Map: Where Is ‘Open Carry’ Legal?

WSJ ^ | 8/22/14 | RANI MOLLA

[Kartographer]

As people on both sides of the debate regarding open carry—the practice of carrying firearms in plain view—have been turning up the heat, more companies are being forced to take a side.

Gun-rights advocates see the practice as a way to normalize gun ownership and deter crime, while gun-control activists believe carrying guns in stores and restaurants is disruptive to the public and encourages violence.

Recently, Target, Starbucks and Chipotle have asked their patrons not to bring their guns. After petitions by gun-control groups such as Moms Demand Action for Gun Sense in America, Kroger said it would uphold local and state laws in the 34 states it operates.

[rktman]

I think I read someplace that AZ now has a “if not otherwise prohibited” no permit required in place. I’m sure I’ll be corrected if wrong. And, I can use a little correcting, from time to time, according my wife. :>}

[houeto]

They should have colored the map green, yellow and red for effect.