At the beginning of the new year, eligible Alabamians will be allowed to carry firearms without having to purchase a license from the state.
Permitless carry, also called constitutional carry, was among the more contentious issues during the 2022 regular legislative session.
House Bill 272 (HB272) by State Rep. Shane Stringer (R–Citronelle) became the spearhead bill that passed the legislature. The bill was signed into law by Gov. Kay Ivey in March but will not be considered law until Jan. 1, 2023.
The bill did away with certain laws, most notably those requiring people to buy a permit to carry a weapon concealed in their vehicle or on their person. It also changed the definition of a shotgun to comply with technological advancements in shotgun design.
Here’s a clip from our Selma Sun Center Stage interview with Dallas County Sheriff Mike Granthum.
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