Most states in the U.S. allow the open carry of handguns, either with or without a permit, according to research by the Giffords Law Center. This means that legal gun owners can carry firearms in public, with varying regulations across different states. Notably, there are significant concerns about safety, as many of the states with the highest gun death rates also have permitless concealed carry laws in place.
In a recent analysis, data indicates that states like Alabama, Alaska, and Arizona rank low in gun control evaluation but allow open carry easily. While regulations differ, even states with strict open carry laws impose limits on where firearms can be displayed. Given the correlation between open carry laws and rising gun death rates, understanding your state’s regulations is crucial for public awareness and safety.
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