By Linda Walker

Ohio's Attorney General Jim Petro announced the 2nd quarter statistics today for concealed handgun licenses issued during this past quarter. Ohio continues to gain at a steady pace new licensees, adding 5489 CHL's and 15 emergency licenses to the ranks.

The latest numbers confirm what pro-gun groups claimed before the law went into effect – that concealed carry works, and that concealed carry license holders (CHL’s) are among the most law-abiding groups in our society.

There still have been no “wild west shootouts” or “blood in the streets” caused by out of control license holders or “shootouts at fender-benders” or any of the other mayhem predicted by the anti-gunners. They even (incorrectly) argued that pro-gun groups didn’t want this data released. The truth is we love the data because it provides more proof that we are right.

Clermont County continues its trend of issuing more license than any other county issuing 339 in the second quarter while revoking only one. Every county issued licenses and nineteen (19) counties issued over 100 licenses in the quarter - or more than one per day, including weekends and holidays. On average, counties issued over 62 licenses, or more than one every working day during the quarter.

Here's your chance to meet Speaker Jon Husted, thank him for his work on HB296, HB347, and HB367, and find out about his plans for HB9, HB460, HB508, and HB541, etc.

THE ANNUAL JOHN WAYNE CLAY SHOOT with special guest

Jon Husted, Speaker of the House
Ohio House of Representatives

Saturday, September 30, 2006
8:30 am - 11 am
Black Wing Shooting Center
3722 Marysville Road, Delaware
(3 miles west of Delaware on Rt. 36)

$50.00 includes: 100 targets, free ammunition and lunch. Shotguns available for use. Experienced shooters will be present for assistance.

Proceeds benefit DCRP “Get Out The Vote” efforts.

For reservations and more information contact Ken Hanson by email: khanson at fbylaw.com