Louisiana Becomes 28th Constitutional Carry State
Author: Jack Collins | Publish Date: Mar 06, 2024
Less than a month after a Senator introduced a Constitutional Carry bill to Louisiana Lawmakers, the state’s governor has signed it into law. As of today, Louisiana has become the 28th Constitutional Carry state in the US.
Louisiana Passes Constitutional Carry
After a few weeks passing through legal red tape, Louisiana has officially become the next Constitutional Carry state. The law will take effect on July 4th.
Louisiana state Senator Blake Miguez first introduced the law in early February. Miguez is a professional shooter and has been a staunch gun rights advocate.
After getting rubber stamped by Louisiana’s Senate and House of Representatives, the Louisiana Governor Jeff Landry signed the bill into law on March 5. “Law-abiding citizens should never have to seek government permission to safeguard themselves and their families,” Landry said.
What is Constitutional Carry?
Constitutional Carry is the name gun rights activists have given to states that have no concealed or open carry requirements. In other words, if you can legally own a gun, you can carry it around with you.
Currently, 28 states (including Louisiana) have Constitutional Carry laws on the books. South Carolina seems as though it may be next in line.
Final Thoughts
Thus ends the epic race between Louisiana and South Carolina to become the 28th Constitutional Carry state. It’s been one of the biggest storylines in the firearms world since the hype surrounding SHOT Show ended in January.
South Carolina filed its Constitutional Carry bill in early February, before Louisiana did. But infighting between South Carolina’s Senate and House over specifics of their bill allowed Louisiana to take a late lead. With Governor Landry’s signature, Louisiana has officially crossed the finish line.
That doesn’t mean South Carolina won’t pass their own bill during this legislative session, though. We’ll keep an eye on their situation and update you as it develops. For now, if you live in Louisiana, congrats! Go enjoy your Constitutional Carry rights!