Carry concealed in McLean County?

Is it legal to carry a loaded concealed weapon in McLean County, Ill.?

First, you have to figure out where McLean County is. Google it. If you are in Bloomington and Normal, Ill., then you are in McLean County.

McLean County State's Attorney Ronald C. Dozier is saying that he might not prosecute certain people who get arrested for some weapons violations. For a general idea of what he is talking about, find his August 21, 2012 media release. You might start on the County's website.

At the current time his media release can be viewed here. If you are planning to carry concealed in that County, read the release carefully.

And the next State's Attorney in McLean County may feel differently.

And note that it will not keep you from being arrested. If the McLean County Sheriff, his deputies, or the Chiefs of Police and/or officers believe you have violated the law, you are probably going to be arrested. State's Attorney Dozier then may or may not prosecute you. But you'll need a lawyer and bond money and a deep pocket to fight the charges. And then to get your record expunged, if you are not prosecuted or are not found guilty.

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