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Originally Posted by Pennyt View Post
Sorry, but having elderly people and many on a variety of drugs, carrying concealed weapons doesn't make me feel safer. Shaking hands, off balance, not familiar with gun operation, sure that sounds safe. (just because you can buy a gun doesn't mean you know how to use it) I heard from a security policeman once that the worst thing that can happen is for people in a group to be armed when the police show up. Consider that the police have no idea who the "criminal" is among a bunch of people holding weapons. So, you could be shot yourself. There are most likely many more elderly people holding weapons in The Villages than there are criminals. Now that's scary!
Clearly, you’ve not been trained. As soon as police arrive, you place your gun on the ground (assuming you or another have dropped the perp) and put your hands in the air. You also keep your mouth shut completely until in the presence of your attorney. Yes, you will be processed. It’s the price you pay for defending your fellow citizens.