I've never felt compelled to carry a gun when bping. I used to manage a minimarket for many years and at times wondered if I ought to have a weapon at work. Company policy didn't allow that, so the point was mute. We only got held up once, in all the years I was there and the perp used a wrench. Now, with all the laws, I worry about even carrying one of my guns to the shooting range, a few miles away to practice. I guess I am ok, as long as my gun is located away from my ammo when transporting, such as the ammo in the trunk or bed of my vehicle, depending on what I am driving. Over on The Backpacker last year, Prosecutor mentioned what to tell the law after you shot someone in your house or in self defense. Something police respected while they hauled you to jail. Shooting and killing someone is something you will have to live with the rest of your life.