November 24, 2022. Today is Thanksgiving. This means that a large number of Americans will be traveling to visit their relatives. Many of our readers are either licensed to carry concealed weapons or have permits to carry firearms. You should be aware of all local and state laws and restrictions when crossing into other states with guns in a car. Five Worst States to Travel with Firearms. This article is part of the Cheaper Than Dirt Shooter’s Log.
The United States is full of confusing and complicated laws that can change the rules about what you can and cannot carry, where you are allowed to carry it, and whether you can have the firearm, ammunition, or magazine without violating local laws. If every state were like Vermont, law-abiding gun owners would be able to travel freely with their firearms without any restrictions. Many states have a history that are hostile to gun owners traveling abroad. The federal “Firearms Owner Protection Act”, however, allows firearm owners to travel across any state provided the firearm is not loaded, kept in a locked container, and not accessible to passengers. But that does not mean that some states are not friendly to firearms. CONNECTICUT
Connecticut does not have any gun-reciprocity agreements with other states. This means that Connecticut does not allow non-residents to carry handguns in Connecticut without a permit from another state. HAWAII
You can find information about Hawaii Firearms HERE. MASSACHUSETTS
Massachusetts has severe penalties for the mere possession or transport of firearms that are not licensed to carry. Prospective travelers are encouraged to contact the Massachusetts Firearms Records Bureau (617)660-4780, or the State Police. GET MASSACHUSETTS INFO HERE.NEW JERSEY
New Jersey has some the strictest firearms laws in America. Your firearm must be loaded in a locked container and kept out of reach in the vehicle’s passenger compartment. The New Jersey Supreme Court ruled, and anyone who travels within the state will be held accountable for violating these regulations. The N.J. State Police website has information about firearm transport within New Jersey. GET NEW JERSEY Firearms INFO HERE.NEW YORK
Be extremely cautious when traveling through New York with firearms. New York’s general approach to firearms is to make it illegal to possess handguns or so-called “assault weapon” weapons. There are many localities that have their own rules regarding the possession, registration and transportation of firearms, including Albany, Buffalo and New York City. A New York City handgun permit or a special permit issued by the city Police Commissioner is required to be allowed to possess a handgun in New York City. This license is valid for a state license in the city. Except for a limited exception, New York state licenses do not generally apply within New York City. A permit is required to possess a shotgun or rifle in New York City. Non-residents can also apply for a certificate of registration. Gun owners should be aware of these more dangerous states
There are six other jurisdictions (five US states and DC) that you should be aware of when traveling. California, for instance, considers handguns in vehicles “loaded” if they have ammunition attached to them. California law requires handguns to be kept unloaded in a locked case. All ammunition and magazines must be stored in a separate area of the vehicle. These laws, as well as DC, can trap gun-owners. Be careful. California
Delaware
Dist. Columbia
Illinois
Maryland
Rhode Island
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