BILL TO CLARIFY GUNS IN BARS LAW

Thursday, March 11, 2010
by Associated Press

Legislation is advancing in the House that seeks to clarify a Tennessee law allowing people with handgun permits to be armed in bars and restaurants that serve alcohol. The measurepassed the House Judiciary Criminal Practice and Procedure Subcommittee. A judge ruled last year that the law is unconstitutionally vague. It made an exception for establishments that serve at least one meal on five days per week and where "the serving of such meals shall be the principal business conducted." Critics said the language was unclear as to where patrons can and cannot carry their weapons.