Question: I was suspended from my job for carrying a concealed weapon even though I possess a CCW permit.  I work in a restaurant/bar and it is not posted anywhere on the premises that firearms are not permitted.  Am I in the wrong?
Answer: Unfortunately, you probably did carry both in violation of the company’s policy [...]

Question: Can A non-concealed handgun be carried into a restaurant that serves alcohol and can that person consume alcohol?
Answer: No, you may not openly carry a firearm into any restaurant that serves alcohol and you definitely cannot consume alcohol while in possession of a firearm in a restaurant or bar that serves alcohol.  Both offenses [...]

In the interest of supporting those restaurant owners that support Arizona Concealed Carry Permit holders, we will be publishing a list of CCW Friendly as well as a list of CCW Unfriendly restaurants.  Post your submission in the comments section and we’ll add them to the appropriate list after we verify all the information.  Be [...]

Question:  My favorite place to dine (Chipotle) has already began posting the no firearms signs. I assume this is in advance of the revised law taking effect the end of the month. I have seen them in many different locations so I am assuming this is some kind of a corporate directive. My question for [...]

I have been getting a lot of questions regarding the new laws concerning concealed carry in Arizona restaurants and bars beginning on September 30th, 2009.  People have been asking for specifics and for references to the appropriate Arizona Statutes.  To that end, I have reprinted the following FAQ from the Arizona Department of Liquor Licenses [...]

Question: In Arizona, is there a statute that requires security officers who carry firearms to have firearms training?  Also, is there a statute that requires armed bouncers at a bar to have specialized training.  I’m not aware of any, but I’m wondering if you are.
Answer: Yes, in Arizona there is a statute that requires an [...]

In a remarkable move forward for AZ CCW permit holders, on July 13th, 2009, Governor Jan Brewer signed into law Senate Bill 1113 which permits limited concealed carry in restaurants in Arizona.  This made Arizona the 41st state to pass such legislation.  The new law takes effect on September 30, 2009.
The bill allows holders of [...]