Law enforcement talk about online concealed carry permits (KY)(VIDEO)

[Bruce Jackson]

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Law enforcement talk about online concealed carry permits
HAZARD, Ky. (WYMT) - Gun control in the united states is always a hot
and controversial topic.

In nearby Virginia, they are issuing more and more non-resident
concealed carry permits to people in Kentucky and several other
states. To obtain it, a person has to meet the qualificiations and
only needs internet access.

People in Virginia are using technology to allow people who qualify
the chance to take classes to obtain their concealed carry permit,
without having to enter the classroom. Some said they like the idea,
while others are not quite sold on it.

Law enforcement and enthusiasts said the sound of gunpowder and lead
is one many can recognize.

“Where it gets sticky is some of the consequences that can befall you
after the fact, if you decide to use a weapon, to utilize deadly
force,” said gun owner and enthusiast Buddy Reynolds.

Deputies said firing a gun is not something to take lightly.

“When it comes to shooting and driving and actually laying hands on
people, you need to practice that,” said Chief Deputy Tony Eversole of
the Perry County Sheriff’s Department.

They said more and more people are taking courses to pack concealed
heat for protection.

“I like the idea that people who have concealed carry permits are
protected by the laws behind those and allow them to protect
themselves and others should something really bad come to pass,” said
Reynolds.

Kentucky laws allow people to obtain non-resident concealed carry
permits out of Virginia, but one course is entirely online. Some said
they are skeptical.

“It opens up a lot of fraud questions, is this really the person that
is taking the online class?” said Eversole.

Some law enforcement said they think the course is missing a crucial
element: actually firing a weapon. They said if one would be allowed
to carry it around everywhere, they should need to be able to
demonstrate they know how to properly use it.

“You need to know how to clean the weapon,” said Eversole.
“What happens if you have some stoppage? And it is important that they
can be able to point it down range and hit the target.”

Other law enforcement said they believe it could only be good to get
hands-on training.

“I think it would be beneficial for hands on training for any
individuals that are going to carry a weapon,” said Det. Steve Owens
of the Barbourville Police Department.

They said arming yourself can be good, provided people understand the
power in their hands.

State police do not know exactly how many online permits have been
issued by Virginia to folks in other states because there is no way to
track those permits obtained online from those who enroll in a course.
The class does guarantee a refund if you take the test and do not
obtain the permit within a few attempts.

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