A Right Denied

 Unite the Right organizer Kessler denied concealed handgun permit [More]

I thought Virginia was a "shall issue" state. What among the allegations rises to the level of disqualifying him?

You don't have to like the guy, but if they can do it to him for other than legal reasons, they can do it to you.

[Via Mack H]

UPDATE (received via email):

Kessler was denied his concealed carry permit in Albermarle County (Charlottesville, VA) by their Circuit Court judge after receiving an affidavit from the Commonwealth's Attorney of Albermarle County.  He was denied the permit because he was convicted of felony perjury for lying about the dude who 'assaulted' Kessler at the Unite the Right rally.  I'm a Virginian and 2A lover, but here in the Old Dominion, you ain't getting your permit if you're a convicted liar in open court.  Dude's a felon.  End of story. Plus the scumbag factor is off the charts for this guy.  Were there shenanigans involved?  Highly likely.... but Kessler didn't appeal the felony perjury charge and actually pleaded guilty to it... got 30 days - suspended 30 days.  He can appeal the concealed carry permit decision of the circuit court judge within 60 days, I believe.  But dude's a convicted felon... an appeal to carry in Virginia isn't gonna change a damn thing. 

Thanks for WOG posts, a wealth of info in one place.  Keep pushing....