reloads for cc - The Firearms Forum

Tim James · 02-13-2009, 06:20 PM

I live in Louisiana and I've heard that you can't use reloads in your ccw. Does anyone have any imput or know the truth about that subject

CampingJosh · 02-13-2009, 08:22 PM

I know of no law anywhere that say that you may not use reloaded ammunition for CCW. People tend to recommend against because many district attorneys are anti-gun.
In the case that you have to use your weapon to defend yourself, you will likely be put on trial in front of a jury of your peers. A jury of your peers isn't necessarily a jury of people who know even the first thing about firearms (except that which they learn from Hollywood). If you use your own ammo, it is possible that a DA could claim that you had made special bullets just for the purpose of killing people, which would make you seem like a predator rather than a victim. If the DA can convince the jury you're a predator, you're likely going to be spending some time in prison.

I have never heard of a situation where this has happened, but that is the logic behind using factory ammo in a CCW.

army mp · 02-14-2009, 06:37 AM

I reload but , buy my carry Ammo. I have heard what Camping stated a few years back. and all the bullet companys make some pretty good CCW Ammo

02-13-2009, 06:20 PM	#1
Tim James Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: louisiana Posts: 6	reloads for cc I live in Louisiana and I've heard that you can't use reloads in your ccw. Does anyone have any imput or know the truth about that subject -->

02-13-2009, 08:22 PM	#2
CampingJosh TFF Moderator/Host Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Indiana Contributor Posts: 4,799	Re: reloads for cc I know of no law anywhere that say that you may not use reloaded ammunition for CCW. People tend to recommend against because many district attorneys are anti-gun. In the case that you have to use your weapon to defend yourself, you will likely be put on trial in front of a jury of your peers. A jury of your peers isn't necessarily a jury of people who know even the first thing about firearms (except that which they learn from Hollywood). If you use your own ammo, it is possible that a DA could claim that you had made special bullets just for the purpose of killing people, which would make you seem like a predator rather than a victim. If the DA can convince the jury you're a predator, you're likely going to be spending some time in prison. I have never heard of a situation where this has happened, but that is the logic behind using factory ammo in a CCW. __________________ Nothing posted on TheFirearmsForum.com constitutes legal, accounting, gunsmithing, or other professional advice. Readers are encouraged to consult with qualified professionals for real advice. Your life is lived at your own risk. Don't blame me for the dumb things you do.

02-14-2009, 06:37 AM	#3
army mp V.I.P. Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: western Pa, Posts: 479	Re: reloads for cc I reload but , buy my carry Ammo. I have heard what Camping stated a few years back. and all the bullet companys make some pretty good CCW Ammo