re: #66 Honorary Yooper

Found something very interesting about this, and I tried very hard to steer clear of lefty blogs saying “nah-nah-nah” and righty blogs trying defend the idiot. This is from the Star-Tribune article Charles linked:

Hendrickson said he still believed he was following his training when he pepper-sprayed a Cub Foods customer, although he acknowledged it cost him his job and 60 days in jail. He said the woman had parked illegally and was belligerent when he asked her to move, reaching in her car for an unknown object.

He said there had been two other incidents, including a disorderly conduct charge involving a parking lot argument at his son’s school and one involving a dispute over a neighbor’s dog, in which police were called.

Yeah, real laid back.

Here’s the applicable Minnesota law on the subject (and a FAQ):

5. What are the requirements for getting a permit to carry?

*Must be at least 21 years of age
*Must complete an application form
*Must not be prohibited from possessing a firearm under Minnesota Statute 624.714
*Must not be listed in the criminal gang investigation system
*Must be a resident of the county from which you are requesting a permit, if you reside in Minnesota. Non-residents may apply to any Minnesota county sheriff.
*Must provide certificate of completed authorized firearms training. Training by a certified instructor and completed within one year of an original or renewal application. (624.714, Subd. 2a)

14. What would prevent me from getting a permit to carry?
Any applicant who does not meet the criteria as listed in number 5 above is not eligible for a permit to carry a pistol. The sheriff may also deny the application if there is a substantial likelihood that the applicant is a danger to himself/herself or others if issued a permit to carry.

It does not look as though a conviction is enough to revoke a concealed carry permit in the State of Minnesota. However, Mr. Hendrickson may be subject to the last part of this given his behavior at the Obama rally.