Leahy v. State

We reverse appellant’s conviction for carrying a concealed firearm, and remand with directions that charges be dismissed.

Officer Search conducted a traffic stop of appellant’s vehicle to investigate a missing license tag. Appellant’s vehicle was not searched during the traffic stop. After the stop had concluded, and Officer Search and appellant were returning to their respective vehicles, Officer Search turned and asked whether appellant had any drugs or guns in the car. Appellant answered the question honestly, informing the officer that there was a gun in the car. At that point, Officer…