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Trivera wrote:Ok thanks for the input guys..I Did Not carry at all while I'm at work not gonna risk my job over it

Another option is to invest in some ballistic armor. You don't need to get a vest, but rather a panel to put in your back pack or laptop bag. AR500 makes some affordable panels and I hear good things about Austin-based Bulletproofme.com. They also make ballistic clipboards or police use. You could always keep a small shield inside your desk or work vehicle to improve your odds.

mojo84 wrote:

Trivera wrote:Currently at my job we no 30.06 or 30.07 signs but the manager says we aren't allowed to carry at work... Should I go against his words cause they don't have any signs up or listen and don't carry at all

Do you want to risk being fired?

Would you rather risk your life than risk being fired? I understand the dilemma here, and I'll admit that I am one of the lucky few who are legally able to carry at work. I am not condoning anything illegal here but just because something is legal doesn't always mean that you should do it and just because something is illegal does not mean that you can't do it. Criminals do not care about words on paper and the consequences of violating those laws while we card holders fear the risks of illegal carrying. Which we should because you can lose your license and go to jail if you illegally carried. So it really is up to you, you have the free will and you will just have to weigh the risks. Would you rather potentially risk your life or you'd rather risk your job? I mean you can always get another job but you can't et another life. I think the next job you get you should not ask your employer about the gun policy of they don't have a sign up and just pocket carry so no one would ever spot your holster clips or bulge on your midline. This would work great unless you signed some sort of employee policy handbook were it stated a no gun policy. Now you have to talk with your employer to see if they will change their mind. Good luck and if you do happen to persuade them, make sure you get their permissin in writing, either email or a small note. CYA. I myself have never talked to my employers about guns because I have not had any no gun policies but if I were to unfortunately get a job where I can't carry and it is communicated to me, I'd rather try to get permission or find another job. This is where documentation helps you, document your training and range practice and courses, this might help you convince that you are a responsible citizen. I know times are tough si really consider the risks of your current job before you quit, quitting may be harder for those with professions or those who spent 10 years in school to get that job.