Tennessee Passes New Gun Laws

Tennessee  gun rights advocates and opponents have been going at it hard over the past several months. The Tennessee legislature recently made is okay to possess concealed firearms in parks and restaurants for permit owners.

Although the laws have officially been passed, there is another scramble now as local agencies and businesses try to cope with the potential changes.

Just like this blog post explains, it is up to local municipalities to make their own rules now if they wish to re strict firearms in parks. Similarly, business owners can restrict firearms on their property by simply posting a sign outside.

However, as this report from The Tennessean reveals, not all business owners like that level of responsibility being shifted to them. They feel they are either required to limit their customer base by forbidding firearms or put the other customers in fear if they don’t.

According to this short post from Knoxnews.com, even the Governor is hoping some of the laws get repealed.

Communities like Germantown and Williamston County have already decided they won’t be among those allowing weapons in the park. Many small restaurants are making the same moves.

This change in gun laws will add yet another complex aspect to firearm control in our state. Many gun laws currently exist regulating the use and ownership of weapons. This complex system is designed to keep people safe while allowing citizens to exercise their right to bear arms.

If you are looking at criminal weapons charges, I can help you wade through the confusing system of laws. Call me today for a free consultation and so we can discuss your case in greater detail.