Sirs,
I am thinking of purchasing a plain (no Sig-brace on the buffer) AR-15 pistol (I am a CCW Holder) and needed some answers or just simple clarification(s).
First, in trying to read through some of NC's firearms laws, are a pistol and handgun referring to one and the same? I know that this seems minor, but misunderstanding legal jargon will not hold any weight for a citizen standing tall in front of the man. Ignorance of the law is a poor excuse or worse yet, none at all.
Second, if a handgun and pistol are the same, then an AR-15 pistol should be good to go in being concealed in your vehicle (with a CCW) , just like a standard Springfield XDS handgun/pistol, correct?
Third, I would like to purchase an AR-15 pistol lower that is already built for that purpose. Are there any restrictions on the upper receiver's barrel length? Is a 7.5 better than an 8.5 or so forth or is this just a manner of taste? What is recommended or does this matter?
Thank you for your time and for any information that can be provided.