The simple answer is that we have other state examples to guide us on whether or not this would be an issue.Zen wrote: What about those that get a CHL, but just keep that little wheel/pocket gun in a pocket holster or purse, but never go to the range? What impact does it have when there are CHL holders that haven't shot since they were certified?
There is a risk there. 1) They can hurt/kill someone due to their lack of training and practice. 2) They can raise doubts to the validity of the CHL program as a whole and give fodder for the anti-gun folks.
I would rather be inconvenienced by renewal testing than have these individuals become that risk.
Indiana has a lifetime CHL. Vermont, Arizona, Alaska and Wyoming all have Constitutional Carry (no license or training of any sort needed to carry concealed)
I haven't seen any dire reports of untrained and underpracticed citizens getting into bad situations in any of those states.