HUNTSVILLE, Alabama-- Following the recent shooting at a public Huntsville skate park, AL.com wants to know: Do you carry firearms in public places?

In Alabama, a permit is only required for concealed carry of a firearm. No permit is required for open carry of a shotgun, rifle or handgun. Gun laws also allow open carry of pistols in most public places.

Take our poll and tell us if you carry a firearm in public places. And if so, in the comments section below tell us where you carry it and why.