mgdzkm433, here is a link to most state statute. It is geared toward people wanting to carry concealed or transporting firearms across state lines. Most if not all of the states pages actually have links to the state home pages with firearms laws.
http://www.packing.org/
I must say it is refreshing to see a 23 year old female so vigorously defend a freedom. Many people today would surrender some freedom for a feeling of more security. We have seen this in England, Canada, Australia, and New Zealand in the last 5-10 years. The U.S. has a history of being rebellious though.
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