There is a simple truth here; carrying a gun is a risk. You risk having it taken. You risk carrying it accidentally where it's illegal. For some people it creates back trouble. There's always the risk of negligent discharge while handling a loaded gun (it has to get in the holster somehow). There are probably more, but you get the point.

Personal safety is about managing risk. We would be safe if we locked ourselves in a house made out of 1/4" steel and never left. That's not possible so, we take on some risk when we leave to go out in public. Some carry a gun to help minimize the risk should we be assaulted.

Accidentally carrying into a place where it's illegal is a risk. Ignorance of the law is no excuse. Stating that you accidentally carried there is a very weak defense. Most of the time it won't work. How many have received a speeding ticket even though they told the policeman it was unintentional?

I'm glad the OP posted this. It helps us all become more aware. It's a small wake up call to keep us from getting complacent. I'm glad the security guard handled it like he did. On a different day, with a different guard, it may not have ended well.

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