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Bill seeks to clarify guns in bars law

By: Associated Press | TriCities.com
Published: March 11, 2010

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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 measure, sponsored by Rep. Curry Todd, a Collierville Republican, passed the House Judiciary Criminal Practice and Procedure Subcommittee on a voice vote Wednesday.

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.

Todd says his legislation provides clarification by allowing permit holders to carry their weapons "where alcohol beverages are served, unless it's posted" otherwise.