The Colorado state Court of Appeals on Feb. 14 upheld Denver's gun laws, ruling a Denver businessman does not have a right to carry a gun without a permit, according to Associated Press.

Donald Trinen had challenged the validity of Denver's firearms ordinances, saying he has a right to carry an unconcealed gun in Denver and a concealed firearm in his vehicle. He had requested a court ruling.

Trinen contended the ordinances violated his state constitutional right to bear arms. He argued requirements that a gun be carried away from home only if there is a "direct and immediate threat" was too restrictive.

Judge Arthur Roy dissented, saying the ordinance is unconstitutional because it is too broad and infringes on a constitutionally protected right. Roy said the state constitution guarantees that "all persons have certain natural, essential and inalienable rights, among which may be reckoned the right of enjoying and defending their lives and liberties; of acquiring, possessing and protecting property, and of seeking and obtaining their safety and happiness."