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It does make CHL holders look bad. I do agree that he probably has carried a long time and just got a CHL to be "legal". Some have voiced concerns about younger people getting CHLs over the years. This is more proof, in my eyes, that it is more about the person than about the age. Poor judgment exists at 21 and I have seen many examples in my life of it existing at 65 and older.

For those that say they had rather be judged by 12 than carried by 6, this is the outcome. Not that it is wrong but, that those who choose that attitude should except what can/will happen if they are caught or have to use their weapon. It reflects badly on CHL holders when that type gets caught at doing it. Again, not that I am bashing anyone who chooses the ability to fight back over the ignorant decisions of a few law makers who have little or no faith in the good people of this state. For that, I am willing as a CHL holder, to not only take this hit on my reputation but work harder to change the law so that those who choose to go to a bar and not get drunk, can carry. That would mean most of us would not drink anything because we would not want any question of guilt if we are forced to defend ourselves or others. We wouldn't get drunk in a bar no more than we do at home and then use poor judgment. Yes, those places can be dangerous and that is why we need to carry there so good people have the ability to stop a drunk with a knife or a career criminal with a gun from raping some female/themselves in the parking lot.

A CHL holder chooses not only life but when and when not to intervene every day of their lives. Why are places like bars or school buildings different? The CHL holder is the same person anyplace they go. Good judgment is about the person and not where they are at any given time. Going to get drunk, have a designated driver and CHL holder. Everyone leaves their guns at home or have them legally locked away and unloaded in the car. Good people should not be asked to choose to either live or break the law.