The Illinois Sheriff’s Association bucks the norm in its support of concealed carry with certain restrictions. What’s odd about this piece is the leadership of the sheriff’s association is in alignment with the rank and file. It’s a dirty little secret that many police associations are represented as being against common citizenry freedoms, such as those linked to firearms, by their leadership; however, a majority of rank and file officers understand that an honest, law-abiding citizen – if properly prepared – can be a life-saving asset in many situations. The 90-percent backing by officers in this piece is certainly not a-typical.
