1841 Ala. Laws 148-49
Abstract
§ 4: Prohibited the concealed carrying of " a bowie knife, or knife or instrument of the like kind or description, by whatever name called, dirk or any other deadly weapon, pistol or any species of firearms, or air gun," unless the person is threatened with an attack or is traveling or " setting out on a journey." Punished by a fine of $50-100.
Summary
[AI GENERATED] The 1841 Alabama Code, specifically sections 148-149, pertains to the regulation of firearms within the state. These provisions likely fall under the broader category of laws governing public safety and order. The Alabama Code of 1841 was a comprehensive codification of state laws, compiled from various sources including prior enactments and colonial-era statutes. Section 148 may have addressed the possession or carrying of firearms, while section 149 could have dealt with related penalties or restrictions. Without access to the full text, it is difficult to discern the precise scope and intent behind these sections. However, they likely reflect the state's efforts to balance individual rights with public concerns for safety and security during this period in American history.
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CARRY - CONCEALED