First of, for moderators: I am not sure if this belongs here or to "Legal", please place this thread as you see fit.
During a recently taken state-mandated CCW class - I've just moved to the state - a discussion came up for which I don't have a good answer.
Suppose a person who carries concealed (with permit) exposes the firearm, accidentally or not. Say, it is very hot outside and the person feels like he/she is about to pass out unless he/she takes off the jacket. The firearm is now exposed.
Is there a violation of any law [I am not discussing common sense issues here ] considering that Utah is an open-carry state?
I am interested in Utah laws specifically, although this is probably applicable to any state with concealed and open carry options.
During a recently taken state-mandated CCW class - I've just moved to the state - a discussion came up for which I don't have a good answer.
Suppose a person who carries concealed (with permit) exposes the firearm, accidentally or not. Say, it is very hot outside and the person feels like he/she is about to pass out unless he/she takes off the jacket. The firearm is now exposed.
Is there a violation of any law [I am not discussing common sense issues here ] considering that Utah is an open-carry state?
I am interested in Utah laws specifically, although this is probably applicable to any state with concealed and open carry options.