 in locating those puppies. Surveillance video shows the two women taking the dogs off their leashes from the homeowner's back porch. As of July 4th, non-felon Louisiana residents over the age of 18 can carry a concealed handgun without a permit, but only in state. However, Louisiana State Police spokesperson Shelby Mayfield says if you have a permit, purchasing a firearm is easier as opposed to not having one.