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Reminder
on Firearms Responsibility
From
Sheriff Rich Keuerleber
As an applicant for a
license to carry a firearm, it is my duty to remind you that
carrying a firearm requires tremendous care and responsibility.
It is my position that irresponsible behavior, criminal or
otherwise, will result in the permanent revocation of your license.
Also, I am asking every firearms license holder to exercise
good firearms care and safety as it relates to carrying and storage
of firearms.
Please consider
the following as it relates to your firearms license:
1.
Be familiar with the operation, safe
handling, and laws related to your firearm.
Although it is not the law, it is recommended that you take a
firearms safety course offered by a competent instructor.
Otherwise the firearm may represent a threat to yourself,
your family, and your fellow citizens.
2.
Overt and unnecessary display of your
firearm in public places can cause alarm to the public and may
result in revocation of your permit.
3.
Possessing a firearm presents an
additional risk of it getting into the wrong hands.
Practice safe storage and seek quality firearms training.
4.
Your firearms license is for Pennsylvania
only. There are states
that accept Pennsylvania Licenses.
Information on reciprocity can be obtained from the PA
Attorney General’s Office.
5.
Do not carry your firearm when consuming
alcoholic beverages or taking prescription medications that may
affect your abilities and/or judgment.
6.
A firearms license does not confer any law
enforcement powers or authority.
Acting in that manner will result in revocation of your
license in addition to any criminal/civil penalties.
7.
Carrying a firearm does create the
possibility of it being taken and used against you and your family. Seek quality training.
8.
Any arrest or Protection From Abuse Order
is grounds for revocation of your permit.
Your license will be revoked, whether the firearm was
involved in the incident or not.
State law requires that you notify us if you become
ineligible to maintain your license to carry a firearm.
9.
If you are carrying a firearm and come
into contact with a Law Enforcement Officer, follow all instructions
you are given. Do not
make any sudden moves, keep your hands visible, and notify the
officer immediately that you have a firearms license and a firearm
on your person.
These are a few
of the many considerations you should keep in mind.
Please use common sense and basic handgun safety
considerations at all times. Again,
carrying a firearm requires responsibility.
Cordially,
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