Permitless Carry Law in South Carolina
South Carolina Governor signs permitless carry into law, allowing eligible citizens 18 and older to carry a firearm in public without a permit. NRA and supporters secure constitutional carry in a second state within 48 hours.
Key Points
- South Carolina becomes the 29th state to enact constitutional carry
- Carrying a firearm is banned in certain locations
- Residents can still obtain a permit if they wish to do so
Pros
- Empowers women to defend themselves
- Affirms Second Amendment rights
- Allows law-abiding citizens to exercise their freedoms
Cons
- Critics argue it could drive crime and gun-related deaths