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Originally Posted by Steelman  If we are NOT free to exercise open carry of a long gun........and will face consequencesfor doing so.................thats pretty much a "law" .................no criminal code, no specific statute, but accomplishes the same thing. |
Let me see if I understand. You're saying that because a DTP (not in IN) or a Disorderly Conduct charge might be made, you are not free to exercise your RKBA in re: long guns, specifically in Castleton Square Mall but generally as well.
By that reasoning, if you similarly enter Castleton Square Mall (or, for the sake of the example, Old Navy) and begin criticizing their business practices, they cannot ask you to leave and/or enforce that request with either a trespassing charge or a Disorderly Conduct, or both. You have the right of free speech. They have the right to bar you from their property whenever they wish, for as they wish, for any reason or no reason.
You said you were going to contact 4sarge's department and ask your question. I suggest instead of contacting the department of a person on the internet, you contact the Marion County prosecutor's office or the Attorney General's office. I won't guarantee you an answer, but I'd think those would be more authoritative replies.
As for that ride in the Crown Vic, you may or may not beat the ride, but if your actions truly do violate the law, you will not beat the rap.
Blessings,
B