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Concealed Carry
Concealed Carry — Three Considerations Beyond the Holster
7/31/2026·CDI Editorial
New concealed carriers focus almost entirely on gear. That's a mistake.
1. Legal jurisdiction awareness. MD, VA and DC have vastly different laws.
2. Medical readiness. If you carry a firearm, carry a tourniquet.
3. Continuing practice. A carry license is not a certificate of proficiency.