KY Constitutional Carry

by Big Six, Tuesday, March 12, 2019, 17:54 (1870 days ago)

Governor signs KY bill into law allowing concealed carry without permit

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March 11, 2019 at 10:28 PM EST - Updated March 12 at 7:21 AM

FRANKFORT, KY (WAVE) - Kentucky Gov. Matt Bevin signed a bill to change gun laws in the Commonwealth.

Bevin signed the NRA-backed measure, Senate Bill 150, into law Monday. It allows anyone 21 and over to carry a concealed weapon without a permit in the state of Kentucky.

Supporters said the bill reinforces Kentuckians’ constitutional rights to bear arms. Critics have voiced concerns about safety and lack of training.

The law goes into effect in July.

People can still get a concealed carry permit after July, but it will no longer be mandatory. Kentuckians who travel to other states and wish to conceal carry may opt to keep their permit.

The NRA said Kentucky is the 16th state to allow for permitless conceal carry.