Heading to Indy for the NRA convention, CCW Q's

[S391]

I'm heading to Indianapolis this coming weekend for the NRA annual meetings and I'm planning on carrying.... anything specific I need to be aware of? I've already called the NRA and I was told that yes, we can carry in the convention center.... anything else I should watch out for?

Thank you in advance.
Steve

 

[rockhopper46038]

Are you from Indiana, or a different state? Might help us narrow down the info that may be of most use to you.

 

[Kirk Freeman]

S391, your profile does not list in which city you live. Perhaps you can tell us where you are coming from?

Hope to see you there!

 

[S391]

Sorry, I am from Wisconsin. I know that Indiana will honor my permit but I wanted to know if there is anything I need to know about i.e. can't carry in a shopping mall, etc.

 

[Exodus]

FAQs will answer most if not all of your questions.

 

[S391]

FAQs will answer most if not all of your questions.

Where would I find the FAQ's that you are talking about?

 

[lonehoosier]

Where would I find the FAQ's that you are talking about?

INGunOwners FAQ

 

[S391]

Thank you. I appreciate the help.

 

[pudly]

The closest mall to the Convention Center is called Circle Center Mall (just a block away). It is a Simon mall and is not gun friendly. In Indiana, a no-guns sign does not have the force of law, but if you are asked to leave, you should cooperate or you can be charged with trespassing.

 

[Tnichols00]

This should answer most if not all of your questions.
Indiana Concealed Carry Permit Information

 

[S391]

The closest mall to the Convention Center is called Circle Center Mall (just a block away). It is a Simon mall and is not gun friendly. In Indiana, a no-guns sign does not have the force of law, but if you are asked to leave, you should cooperate or you can be charged with trespassing.

Thank you. Wisconsin is set up the same way.

 

[S391]

This should answer most if not all of your questions.
Indiana Concealed Carry Permit Information

Perfect, thank you.

 

[S391]

Since people are being so helpful, are there any places where I can enjoy a cigar with dinner?

 

[arthrimus]

I have not been since they relocated and changed their name, but The Blend is a nice cigar bar on the north side of Indianapolis. Their food selection is limited because of their special classification as a "cigar bar" under the smoking ban, but they do have some offerings.

 

[rockhopper46038]

Yeah the anti-smoking "contingent" (not the first word that came to my mind, but whatever) has shut down the ability to smoke at any restaurants within the city limits. I'm afraid your best bet is to have an "after dinner" cigar.

 

[cbhausen]

Since people are being so helpful, are there any places where I can enjoy a cigar with dinner?

Nicky Blaine's has a late night appetizer menu and is pretty swank, just off the circle downtown:

Home « Nicky Blaines Nicky Blaines

 

[level0]

This should answer most if not all of your questions.
Indiana Concealed Carry Permit Information

The link has good info but the constant use of 'concealed carry permit' drives me batty. I know it's a short drive, but Indiana does not issue a 'concealed carry permit'.

I feel better already.

 

[ATM]

The link has good info but the constant use of 'concealed carry permit' drives me batty. I know it's a short drive, but Indiana does not issue a 'concealed carry permit'.

I feel better already.

lol. "Concealed Weapons Permit" - they didn't even accidentally get a single word correct.

 

[cbhausen]

Even when all the words are correct it's still all wrong. Why do we need a "License to Carry Handgun"? Do we need a "License to Speak Freely" or a "License to Vote"? How about a license against illegal search and seizure or self-incrimination or double-jeopardy...

Well, you get my drift...

 

[MisterChester]

Even when all the words are correct it's still all wrong. Why do we need a "License to Carry Handgun"? Do we need a "License to Speak Freely" or a "License to Vote"? How about a license against illegal search and seizure or self-incrimination or double-jeopardy...

Well, you get my drift...

Because money. Lots of bigger towns and cities you have to ask for permission for a permit to protest or have a demonstration.