Just in case you're still confused, Tryudie, it's basically saying that owning a 'gun' is permitted and within the law, but firing or showing it in a public place is not. Even waving your gun around in your front lawn is a bad idea, so don't do it.
Sorry if I did a complete regurgitation of anyone's post.
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