John Moorlach on CCW's

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Moorlach and Norby On CCWs - OC BLOG (CA), Part of the Red County Network

Supervisor John Moorlach has a statement on Sheriff Sandra Hutchens' CCW policy over at the The Sheriff's Blog, The OC Sheriff - The Orange County Sheriff's Department (OCSD) Blog


the Chairman of the Board:

We have been working behind the scenes to assist our new Sheriff in clarifying her definition of "good cause" for issuing a CCW permit (carrying a concealed weapon). As Mario was and still is a law professor (he lectures one morning each week), he has an excellent understanding of the State's Constitution and its interpretations.


Supervisor Norby wants to accomplish the same goal, but it looks like using what clearly appears to be an unconstitutional resolution is his preferred method of choice. I hope our session provides for good dialog, a clear understanding of our roles, and a respect for them.

I felt that Sheriff Hutchens had a better CCW policy than the other finalist for the position. She informed the Board last month that she has issued 54 new CCWs, so she is not eliminating this opportunity. But, based on what's coming out in the Carona trial, she has every right to be concerned about current CCW holders and reassuring the department that they have "good cause" for continuing their issuance to them.

I understand a Supervisor having concerns with an elected official. I certainly made my concerns public and agendized a matter last year with another elected official. My fear, however, is that the Board meeting may be counter-productive. Some people do tighten up when pressured to do something. Let's hope I'm wrong.