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Citizen Helps Wounded Officer with CCW Firearm
At about 5:05 p.m. on Thursday the 13th, a licensed concealed carry holder assisted a wounded officer in a gunfight. Police attempted to stop the suspect’s car earlier but he sped off. Police then boxed the car in and the driver exited the vehicle, shooting at 31-year-old Cicero Police Officer Luis Duarte and his partner.…
Read MoreIllinois Attempts New Method of Handling Gun Crime: Increase the Punishments
Last December, Illinois State Representative Kwame Raoul introduced a bill into the state assembly that has since been gaining traction on its route to the Governor’s desk. The content of this bill? Increase the minimum penalty for repeat gun offenders from 3 years to 7.
Read MoreFifth District Court of Appeals Overrules Judge’s Anti-Gun Rhetoric
The Fifth District Appeals Court has ruled a Madison County judge to consider whether it’s constitutional to suspend gun permits of people who are the subjects of temporary or emergency orders of protection.
Read MoreIllinois Open Carry Law
This article is meant to take a look at Illinois’s open carry laws so that you folks can get a better idea what is and is not legal in the state.
Read MoreIllinois Looking to Change Who Has Say in State’s Gun Control
Illinois, and the Chicago region in particular has a huge problem with shootings at the moment, that is certain. Illinois also has a huge problem with legislation in regard to doing something about shootings. It seems that the state cannot get together and come up with a proposal that satisfies safety without trampling on rights.
Read MoreIlinois Representative Seeks to Discount CCW Permits for Veterans
Representative Avery Bourne Wants to give back to the veterans of the state of Illinois. Currently the fee for a Concealed carry license is $150 for a license that needs to be renewed after five years. Bourne is sponsoring house bill HB6111, which would cut that cost in half.
Read MoreBill to Support Concealed Carry by Correctional Officers
In an effort to expand the rights of Illinois citizens State Rep Brandon Phelps has put forth a bill that would ensure correctional officers and judicial workers can protect themselves. “As Americans we have a right to bear arms and to protect ourselves from any potential threat, and our correctional officers need to have the…
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