Concealed carry classes expand in Franklin County
In Franklin County Kansas classes on handgun safety lead to concealed carry permits. Since 2007 the state issued over 40 000 permits with 443 county residents applying in the county by 2011. Instructors stress comfort with the weapon and pass a strict eight hour course plus a perfect written score. Convicted felons and DUI offenders are barred. Local officials say permits aid enforcement while opponents urge stronger gun laws and more training.
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Concealed Carry Permits Aimed at Criminals Not Law Abiders
Fredricks argues extensive background checks ensure law-abiding residents obtain permits while criminals avoid the process. He notes no recorded cases in Franklin County of concealed weapon use against attackers since the law began five years ago, underscoring concerns about misuse.
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Concealed carry debate linked to crime trends in Ottawa
Ottawa residents discuss concealed carry with Van Leiden arguing reduced violent crime backed by Kansas data showing declines in aggravated assaults robberies rapes and murders per 100000 since 2006. Local officials restrict handguns in government buildings parks and shops amid class reopens and election uncertainty.
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