CHARLOTTE — The Mecklenburg County Sheriff’s Office promoted gun safety on Saturday.
Deputies handed out more than a dozen gun locks at Carolina Sports Arms on South Boulevard.
The gunlocks are meant to help families avoid accidental shootings where guns might be left unattended.
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“I know people who have gotten their guns stolen, I know people who have kids who play with guns,” said shopper Najee Malloy. “In my mind, gun locks are just smart, so I see nothing wrong with that.”
The event comes after North Carolina state lawmakers recently made it easier to buy a handgun. You no longer need a pistol purchase permit from the sheriff’s office. The new state law passed after legislators overruled a veto from the governor.
Buyers at gun shows or shops will still need to pass a federal background check.
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