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It's easy to look at something proposed on paper, but as many of us know, what are the "real-life" stories, and what is actually going to happen. This is a definite concern when you are talking about the state of Illinois. The only one's allowed to have guns in Illinois, are the illegals. I too, travel thru Illinois, and many times, am working in Illinois. I have studied their carry laws and what they will allow and not allow. Basically, if you have a gun, and are traveling thru the state, you have to pull over before you enter the state, lock it in the trunk, and then you are not allowed to stop in the state, including spending the night.
On a recent trip to Chicago ( I was working there for 3 months in a very bad part of town), I was able to play golf with a CPD Officer. He was very pro CCW/LTC, and couldn't believe that my employer had me working in the area that I was, by myself. WE discussed the fact that I carry, and the possible problems that it may cause.
He stated on several occasions that he would do the same thing, carry, as my/his life was my important and it would not be left to someone else to decide when and if we could protect ourselves. He also stated that even though I had a CCW permit from my home state, it would not be honored or recognized, and that if I got caught with my gun it would be considered a felony. This was last year, and at that time, Illinois DID NOT HONOR any states permit.
Again, consider the history of Chicago/Illinois. To this day they are pressing for more gun control. I will be very surprised the day they legally allow other states to bring guns in.
Fortunately, I have not had a real life experience with the Law in Illinois. But, I can tell you, from what I have heard, and knowing the extreme liberal background, it's probably not one of the states that you want to push your luck.