“Ryan, 59, said he immediately grabbed for one of the weapons, and a struggle ensued. Wearing only underwear, Ryan battled [...]]]> “Police said two men  kicked in the door to a home … The homeowner, Larry Ryan, said the bandits yelled ‘Give me the money’ as they pointed their guns directly at his head.

“Ryan, 59, said he immediately grabbed for one of the weapons, and a struggle ensued. Wearing only underwear, Ryan battled the robber to the front porch, where they fell to the ground.

While being pistol-whipped by the second gunman, Ryan was able to pin the first assailant to the ground, he said. The gun he was struggling for fired, shooting off two of the robber’s fingers …-[source]

The bill would begin a study into firearm microstamping.

Supporters say microstamping would help law enforcement track bullet cartridges back to the weapon. Opponents in Oklahoma say it’s another shot at gun control, and their second amendment right.-[source]

Oklahoma is the latest state to consider a measure allowing open carry within state boundaries, while in California lawmakers are considering a bill to ban open carry in the state. In Louisiana state lawmakers are debating a bill allowing [...]]]> A battle is brewing between states as gun rights and open carry laws are considered by lawmakers.

Oklahoma is the latest state to consider a measure allowing open carry within state boundaries, while in California lawmakers are considering a bill to ban open carry in the state. In Louisiana state lawmakers are debating a bill allowing congregants with concealed weapons permits to carry guns into churches and temples.

The Oklahoma measure would allow Oklahoma residents with concealed-carry licenses to carry their guns openly. The bill has passed both the Oklahoma House and Senate and now awaits action from Governor Brad Henry.

If enacted into law, the bill would give the estimated 97,000 Oklahoma residents with a concealed carry permit the right to carry firearms openly.-[source]

The measure has already passed the Senate and now heads to Democratic Gov. Brad Henry, who has not indicated whether he will sign it.

The requirements for obtaining a gun license, including a background check and [...]]]> Oklahomans soon may be able to openly carry guns in public after the House voted overwhelmingly Tuesday to allow the practice.

The measure has already passed the Senate and now heads to Democratic Gov. Brad Henry, who has not indicated whether he will sign it.

The requirements for obtaining a gun license, including a background check and completion of a firearms training course, remain unchanged. An estimated 97,000 Oklahoma residents hold concealed-carry permits.

The bill’s author in the House, Rep. Rex Duncan, R-Sand Springs, said allowing people to openly carry firearms will deter violence.

“A criminal is far less likely to attack once he sees a citizen is armed,” said Duncan, a former prosecutor.-[source]

In California, the Democrat-controlled Assembly Public Safety Committee passed a measure banning “open carry.” The move is expected to draw opposition and will likely lead to a number of lawsuits.

Both sides [...]]]> As some states consider bills to get more guns in the hands of gun owners, some states are considering bills aimed at banning open carry.

In California, the Democrat-controlled Assembly Public Safety Committee passed a measure banning “open carry.” The move is expected to draw opposition and will likely lead to a number of lawsuits.

Both sides are closely watching a Supreme Court case that challenges a Chicago ban on handguns kept in private homes for personal protection.

Justices are expected to issue their decision later this year, but the court earlier ruled that the District of Columbia could not impose similar limits without violating the Second Amendment right to bear arms.

The overriding question for California is whether the court will focus on the narrow issues pertaining to the Chicago case or answer broader questions, particularly whether state governments can enact gun controls.

In both Arizona and Oklahoma lawmakers are considering proposals of the pro-gun variety.

A bill allowing people with concealed-carry permits to openly carry weapons passed the Senate. House Bill 3354 passed Wednesday with no debate and now heads to the House. The vote was 33-15.

Sen. Tom Adelson, D-Tulsa, voted for it, saying he generally votes in favor of Second Amendment bills.

He said the state already has a concealed-carry law and that he didn’t think the measure was a “huge jump.”

Sen. Brian Crain, R-Tulsa, voted against the measure.

“I would not like to see 200 people carrying guns around Woodland Hills Mall,” which is in his district, Crain said.

In Arizona, Governor Jan Brewer has signed legislation allowing “open carry” without a permit. The law will take effect 91 days after the Legislature finally adjourns, something now scheduled for the end of the month.

“I believe this legislation not only protects the Second Amendment rights of Arizona citizens, but restores those rights as well,’ Brewer said in a prepared statement.

An issue that has always ignited the passions, changes in gun laws have become increasingly present in state legislatures. The move is partly due to an uprising of gun activists concerned over the current administration’s stances on the Second Amendment. To date, the Obama Administration has signed laws allowing guns in national parks and it will likely not seek another Assault Weapons Ban.-[source]

The federal legislation to allow this was authored by Oklahoma Sen. Tom Coburn, who said “If a law-abiding citizen has the right to carry a firearm in their state, it makes no sense to [...]]]> Beginning today, people may carry firearms into national parks and refuges in states where right to carry laws exist.

The federal legislation to allow this was authored by Oklahoma Sen. Tom Coburn, who said “If a law-abiding citizen has the right to carry a firearm in their state, it makes no sense to treat them like a criminal if they pass through a national park while in possession of a firearm.”

The Point: The only people who obey gun laws are law-abiding citizens. The outlaws are carrying their guns already. – [source]