Chemistry Guy
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I have a friend from high school (we are mid 30s now) that is a disabled marine (hearing damage). We have recently reconnected and started hanging out, and I have noticed that his XD 9mm never leaves his hip. It is concealed, but I, and presumably anyone that is looking, can tell.
The problem is twofold. First, he carries it in "forbidden" places such as sporting events, schools, and bars, and I am worried that he will get into legal trouble. In addition, his hearing loss has resulted in him becoming somewhat jumpy in the presence of loud noises. When the drums kick in during a live music performance his hand goes to his hip.
I would hate to see the guy get into any legal trouble, but when I casually mentioned this to him he was very defensive. Apparently his wife is pretty worried about it as well, as they have two young kids, she doesn't work, and his job is fairly high profile and could be in jeopardy if he faced firearms charges.
My natural response is to mind my own business, but I know I would feel terrible if an avoidable situation developed. He does know the law, and his argument is that he would rather face legal consequences than be a victim. The only thing I feel comfortable doing at this point is making sure that when he is hanging out with me that we avoid illegal situations or at least high risk legal situations.
Anyone ever face a similar situation? What are the pros/cons of continuing to mind my own business, and what if any, action would a responsible friend take if any?
The problem is twofold. First, he carries it in "forbidden" places such as sporting events, schools, and bars, and I am worried that he will get into legal trouble. In addition, his hearing loss has resulted in him becoming somewhat jumpy in the presence of loud noises. When the drums kick in during a live music performance his hand goes to his hip.
I would hate to see the guy get into any legal trouble, but when I casually mentioned this to him he was very defensive. Apparently his wife is pretty worried about it as well, as they have two young kids, she doesn't work, and his job is fairly high profile and could be in jeopardy if he faced firearms charges.
My natural response is to mind my own business, but I know I would feel terrible if an avoidable situation developed. He does know the law, and his argument is that he would rather face legal consequences than be a victim. The only thing I feel comfortable doing at this point is making sure that when he is hanging out with me that we avoid illegal situations or at least high risk legal situations.
Anyone ever face a similar situation? What are the pros/cons of continuing to mind my own business, and what if any, action would a responsible friend take if any?