Hello all,
As many of you know, I was seized and detained by the Manchester, NH police department while lawfully carrying an unconcealed firearm.
Since we're getting ready to adopt a child, and will need to deal with state agencies which have broad discretion in the process, we decided for now to try a more conciliatory approach to the problem, in an effort to reform not only Manchester, but all police departments in the state.
I am working on preparing a a 30-45 minute training session in PowerPoint to offer to the statewide Police Standards & Training officials, laying out the boundaries of the law and court decisions with respect to open carry in the state. It would be presented to police cadets and active duty police officers.
One of the components of my course outline is a brief history of gun rights in New Hampshire, starting with the founding of the state, up through the 1982 enactment of Article 2-a, and present day.
Does anyone have any personal recollections, or references to historical documents or websites, which might help me fill in the details?
I have a copy of "Origin of the Second Amendment" which I'll be searching for references to New Hampshire luminaries, but anything else would be appreciated.
Thanks for any assistance you can offer!
As many of you know, I was seized and detained by the Manchester, NH police department while lawfully carrying an unconcealed firearm.
Since we're getting ready to adopt a child, and will need to deal with state agencies which have broad discretion in the process, we decided for now to try a more conciliatory approach to the problem, in an effort to reform not only Manchester, but all police departments in the state.
I am working on preparing a a 30-45 minute training session in PowerPoint to offer to the statewide Police Standards & Training officials, laying out the boundaries of the law and court decisions with respect to open carry in the state. It would be presented to police cadets and active duty police officers.
One of the components of my course outline is a brief history of gun rights in New Hampshire, starting with the founding of the state, up through the 1982 enactment of Article 2-a, and present day.
Does anyone have any personal recollections, or references to historical documents or websites, which might help me fill in the details?
I have a copy of "Origin of the Second Amendment" which I'll be searching for references to New Hampshire luminaries, but anything else would be appreciated.
Thanks for any assistance you can offer!
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