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    Port Huron PD hosting a buyback program

    Some good deals may be had in the parking lot. https://www.thetimesherald.com/story/news/2019/02/27/port-huron-police-dept-hosting-gun-buy-back-program/3004715002/
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    Online CPL renewal

    I believe this site goes live Dec 1st. We should be able to conveniently renew our CPLs online, provided you have and use a credit card. I hope the transition goes smoothly. https://cplrenewal.msp.state.mi.us/CPLOnline/#!/
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    Man shoots neighbor while trying to stop dog attack

    A woman is killed in a Detroit neighborhood after being mauled by a dog, but it was a man trying to help that killed her, he accidentally shot her and the dog according to police https://www.clickondetroit.com/news/man-fatally-shoots-neighbor-while-trying-to-save-her-from-attacking-dog Do you...
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    Switchblades are legal as of today in Michigan

    Not really OC related but though some would benefit from the info For those who haven't heard Senate Bill 245 eliminates current law prohibiting sale and possession of spring-assisted knives, also known as switchblades. The law becomes active today. So break out your switchblades :) DAOTF...
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    Proposed bill would create "Grace Period" for CPL renewal

    The legislation would give CPL holders a six-month grace period after their license expires where they would be subject to a $330 fine if found carrying a concealed pistol instead of a five year felony...
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    Canadian sniper has a confirmed kill shot in Iraq of over 3540 Meters

    Not really OC related, but I thought some people here would enjoy this. A Canadian sniper has a confirmed kill shot in Iraq of over 3540 Meters that's = 2.19965402 Miles. Wow, shattering the previous record of 2475 Meters. He would hear the bang almost 10 seconds AFTER being hit...
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    Shelby Township deputy chief disciplined after allegedly pulling out gun at bar

    Just thought I would throw this out there. If you or I had done this we would have our CPL revoked plus additional charges. Since he is a cop NOTHING, no charges, no fines, very minor disciplinary measures (slap on the wrist and told don't do it again). <Shrug>...
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    H.R.38 - Concealed Carry Reciprocity Act of 2017

    Not sure if this has been discussed elsewhere but FYI... Might be dead in committee, but not a bad idea. https://www.congress.gov/bill/115th-congress/house-bill/38 Concealed Carry Reciprocity Act of 2017 This bill amends the federal criminal code to allow a qualified individual to carry a...
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    8 Days for CPL renewal

    Now that the state is involved in the process it sure seems to have sped things up. It only took 8 days from the time I went into the county clerks office with my CPL renewal app to when the new permit arrived in the mail. My only complaint was the app said they required 2 passport photos but...
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    OC vacation experiences in Mackinaw and the UP Part Deux

    A few things have changed and many people's attitudes towards OC and carry in general have improved since my last visit to Mackinac Island. I will try and give a brief synopsis of the vacation the wife and I took up north and to the island last weekend for those that might care and in the hopes...
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    Traveling to Chicagoi on business, CPD says bring a gun, goto jail?

    I have to travel from the Detroit area to Chicago next weekend. I will be staying a couple of days. I am a member of these forums for some time now, mostly frequenting the MI forums. I have been TRYING to keep up on the developments regarding carry in IL. I have a couple of questions, please...
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    How do you legally carry a MAC-10 or extended barrel pistol?

    I was asked a question by a friend yesterday that made me ponder a bit. He just got his CPL and wondered if he could legally OC or CC his MAC-10 with a shoulder sling strap instead of a holster. At first I just laughed and gave him a laundry list on why that would be a VERY bad idea. 1. It's...
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    Michigan gun laws may be screwed up but it could be a whole lot worse.

    Be thankful for the rights we do have here in MI. I am currently visiting Hawaii with the wife on our anniversary. Alot of us around here complain about how messed up some of the MI gun laws are. I guess I am guilty to a certain extent of taking for granted the rights we have here. Let me tell...
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    Anniversary trip with the wife to Honolulu, and I feel naked without my firearm :(

    Greetings to the residents of Hawaii. I am on vacation with the wife here in Honolulu for our 2nd wedding anniversary. When we leave next week it will have been the longest I have went without carrying my firearm in well over a decade. I am a resident of Michigan and have a CPL but since Hawaii...
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    Lakeside mall rent-a-cop tells me I can't OC on public road.

    Been OCing almost everywhere I have went over the last few weeks. nothing major to report until Friday. My son and I were leaving the credit union behind Lakeside mall. We were on the public road the runs between Schoner and Hall raod. We witnessed a BWM plow into a young lady in a buick. The...
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    The wife wanted a pink S&W, well, I got her one.

    After getting my wife's 1st anniversary present (S&W 637ct .38) replaced due to an ammo failure last year. See this thread for the long story: http://forum.opencarry.org/forums/showthread.php?103378-My-new-S-amp-W-637-died-after-3-rounds-%28 I finally got it Diamondcoated for her for our 2nd...
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    Port Huron man gets stolen gun back after a decade in evidence lockup.

    Not really OC related, but I like a story with a happy ending. Kudos to PHPD for doing the right thing. http://www.thetimesherald.com/article/20130221/NEWS01/302210014?source=nletter-top5 Wise got the .32 caliber five-round New Departure Smith and Wesson revolver back Thursday from the Port...
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    $17,000 Linux-powered rifle brings “auto-aim” to the real world

    http://arstechnica.com/gadgets/2013/01/17000-linux-powered-rifle-brings-auto-aim-to-the-real-world/ TrackingPoint makes "Precision Guided Firearms, or "PGFs," which are a series of three heavily customized hunting rifles, ranging from a .300 Winchester Magnum with a 22-inch barrel up to a .338...
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    Man shoots self in leg at Gibraltar Trade Center

    http://www.macombdaily.com/article/20121228/NEWS01/121229640/man-shoots-self-in-leg-at-gibraltar-trade-center “They have a policy that no loaded weapons are allowed in the facility. They have a clearing area where they ask those entering to clear their weapon,” Macomb County Sheriff Anthony...
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    Detroit News article on SB59 quoting MOC

    http://www.detroitnews.com/article/20121219/POLITICS02/212190361/Snyder-vetoes-gun-legislation?odyssey=mod|newswell|text|FRONTPAGE|p I think it may be more then some support.
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