Summer is coming. Many of our readers are traveling to sporting events or vacation destinations. LawShield is America’s largest provider for Legal Defense for Self Defense (r) coverage. They offer a National Travel Guide for gun owners and state-specific Travel Guides for gun owners. These guides provide practical information for travelers who are traveling through almost every state in the USA. State-Specific Travel guides — Access for FreeU.S. LawShield offers a free National Travel Guide for Gun Owners as well as State-specific Travel Guides. For planning future travel, bookmark Resources.uslawshield.com/travel-guide, According to Kirk Evans, President of U.S. LawShield, “Because there are so many details for people to understand before they leave home, we developed state-specific guides to help folks stay on the right side of the law. It is important to know the laws of the country you are visiting before you leave. They may not be the same. Travel Guide for Gun Owners Topics
Permits/licenses recognized in specific states
State laws you need to know about, including open and concealed carry laws, vehicle carry, duty of notification laws, and more
Where you can legally carry a gun
Federal laws that you should be aware
Carrying in National Parks
Transfer of firearms
Traveling from one state to another and the Safe Passage provision
Flying with a gun, including TSA requirements and how to pack ammo
Driving with a firearm: Travel Guide for Gun Owners summary (8-page PDF). >> Two Attorneys Explain State Law Issues While Traveling.
Richard Hayes, U.S. LawShield’s Independent Program Attorney and Emily Taylor give you essential information about traveling with firearms. Discussion includes important information to stay safe and responsible when traveling with firearms. Know the laws of every state you travel through
Evans said that there is no standardization in the gun laws of each state. Even if they recognize your handgun permit or license, they may impose additional restrictions on certain types or magazines or ammunition. In some states it is illegal for a resident to have a firearm in their vehicle’s passenger compartment. Because you are subject to the laws of a particular state when you’re in that state, breaking their laws could be considered a crime, whether you believe you did it intentionally or not. Evans stated that not knowing the laws is not a valid excuse. Use our Travel Guide for gun owners for the state you are traveling through and find out which states will honor your carry permit or license before you go.
