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One of the major decisions and questions to be answered by a gun owner is whether or not to get a carry permit. The first thing that will pop in your head is “why should I get a concealed carry permit?” This usually happens because everyone thinks about the second amendment right after that thought. We are not here to tell you what to do or to convince you of anything but what we can say is that there are advantages of getting a carry permit that one has that it does not happen when you do not have one. Even though most gun owners like the freedom of not needing the paperwork to get the gun, there are benefits of going through this route. The best you can do is to asses everything and then consider what is best for your situation. In most states, you cannot carry a gun outside of your residence or your commercial establishment. This is, perhaps, the biggest disadvantages of not having a carry permit. Now, we decided to go deeper into the question and present you all the reasons why you should get a concealed carry permit. If after all the points were made you are still not convinced, then you can continue not having one. Below are the main reasons for getting your concealed carry permit. We explained them as thorough as possible so you can make the best decision for yourself and your safety. The Top Reasons Why Should I Get a Concealed Carry Permit! Concealed Carry Reciprocity This is likely to be the main reason someone should get a carry permit. In virtually every state, you must have a concealed carry permit to carry your gun outside of your residence or place of work. So, without the document, you cannot carry a gun in public places. Now, in the few states that do not require a concealed carry permit, it is still usually required a concealed carry permit from non-residents. So, even if this can be considered a burner for many gun owners, it still is a good idea to get your license. This gives you actually more freedom than otherwise. To wrap it up, the main point here is that the concealed carry permit will not only ensure that you are abiding by the law, which is obviously very important but will also give you more freedom to carry your gun at all times to make you safer. It Puts Officers At Ease Imagine that you are on the road. You have your gun with you, likely in the glove compartment. It is obviously there just to make you safer. Now, for whatever the reason is, you get pulled over by an officer. They will naturally ask you if you have a firearm with you. You must answer this truthfully. After you do this, show the officer that you have a license to carry your gun. This does a few things in your favor immediately. It shows the officer that you went through the minimal background check and that you are trustworthy to carry a gun. Knowing that you are a law-abiding citizen will put the police officer at ease immediately. Also, remember that certain states require that you present your carry permit immediately alongside your driver’s license. So, if you want to take your gun on the road, it is advisable to have a concealed carry permit. It Makes It Easier To Buy Guns If you hate the paperwork and the background check every time you buy a gun, this can solve your problem. Or at least, reduce the time that you have to spend on it. Imagine that your next trip to the store can be faster and smoother. This happens because certain states like Arizona does not require that you go under another background check after you got your concealed carry permit. You already showed that you have checked enough boxes to be allowed to own a gun. This makes it faster and gives you less paperwork to fill out the next time you go buy your next firearm. So, all you have to do is consult your state’s regulations to know whether or not you are going to be able to benefit from this. Whatever the case may be though, the great thing is that this sends a great message to ATF (Alcohol, Tobacco, and Firearms) and facilitates your life. It Can Save Your Life Gun owners are law abiding citizens. To make sure that you are in fact under the law, so you can also be protected by it, you need to know your laws and know them well. This can save your life and ensure that you have full access to your rights. This is why the concealed carry permit can also be a benefit. In most states, you not only go through the simple background check. You also can go through an 8-hour class to get your license. In the class, you are going to learn how to properly use and carry your gun. And, also what laws apply. For example, can you shoot a fleeing carjacker in self-defense? The answer is no. It Is Safer Besides the fact that it makes you safer since you go through classes to learn self-defense and how to carry and use your gun, the concealed carry permit also makes the city safer. In states with more restrictive concealed carry laws, it reduced murder rates, rape rates, and aggravated assaults as well. Just think about it. If everyone carrying a gun had their background check made and went through a training, everyone is safer. Final Thoughts https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xxdC00r3ezg So, there are other reasons to get a concealed carry permit, but these are the main ones. The concealed carry permit will make the city and you safer. It actually gives you more freedom than it takes. Just take a few minutes to consider getting one for yourself. It is easy, fast, and practical to get yours. Now, do not forget to share this article on all your social media accounts and leave a comment below.