Multi-state cwp's ???

[Big Dan]

Do you carry out of state? How hard is it to get permits in other states. Are all states the same or are some harder than others. I herd something about multystate permits. Anyone have any info?

[SmilinJack]

You don't "get permits in other states." States have reciprocal agreements with other states whereby you are allowed to carry in those states if you are licensed to carry in your home state. There is lots of info on the web concerning concealed carry. Check here to start:

http://www.nraila.org/recmap/usrecmap.aspx

[planovet]

Because of the Law Enforcement Officer's Safety Act, as a LEO I can carry a concealed firearm in any jurisdiction in the United States, regardless of any state or local law to the contrary, with certain exceptions. I usually have a weapon on or near me at all times.

For everyone else, I'd check the state you are traveling to and make sure they have a reciprocal agreement with your state (if you have a current permit in your state). Some libtard states (Illinois, Wisconsin and Kalifornia for example) don't recognize any permits. Know before you go.

Be careful with the gun threads, they often can get heated and most times locked.

[Big Dan]

Thanks for the info. Bears don't bother me to much but those darn Kitty Cats make me a little nervous. So I like to carry something to help get my point across. While hiking the trails I have met some great people from all over the country, and know through personal experiance when you come up on someone on the trail with a firearm on their hip it tends to make people uneasy and less friendly. I don't want to make people nervous. I just want to be able to protect myself from whatever. You Know the saying " I would rather have one and not need it, Than need one and not have it.

[Miriam C.]

Ditto above but be sure to check local laws too. There are states that have cities and counties within that don't recognize concealed carry or recognize out of state permit. When you travel be sure what is expected of you and adhere to the absolute letter of the law...

You can call local sheriffs and the Highway Patrol if you aren't sure.
http://www.nraila.org/recmap/usrecmap.aspx

As for the thread being locked. We have a lot of members that a well thought out conversation could help. Any flame or insults will get pulled immediately. I am assuming everyone knows how to send a PM to me or another Administrator.

[RonS]

Difficulty in obtaining an "out of state" permit/license depends on the state whose license/permit you wish to get. Some states don't issue to non-residents, some do, with varying requirements.

For example, to obtain a Pennsylvania License to carry firearms, you must be licensed by your home state, if it has a license. So, if you live in a "shall issue" state, probably not a problem. Live in a "may (but likely won't) issue state" like NJ or MD and it's probably going to be an issue.

Florida requires permit holders to have some type of training, but a lot of things qualify, like being military/prior military, and even some hunter safety classes from my understanding.

Utah requires that you take their specific class, from one of their licensed instructors. There are instructors all around the country, so finding one probably isn't an issue, but cost to take the class may be.

Florida and Utah are probably the most "recognized" permits, allowing holders to carry in more states. Just note that some states only recognize resident permits.

[tschmunk]

So what if you're not interested in carrying a concealed weapon on your person, but you'd like to have a hand gun inside the teardrop for security purposes. Does concealed carry come into play there? Am I correct that if the weapon is not accessable from the automobile it is not a concealed weapon? You've got me wondering here.

[RonS]

Again, that possibly varies on location. I know in Pennsylvania, to have a firearm in a vehicle, you must have a license to carry a firearm.

[Corwin C]

Laws vary state-by-state and some municipalities have laws that affect possessing and moving firearms as well. Generally speaking, a firearm in a locked case, unaccesable to anyone in the vechicle is simply being transported and would be considered legal almost anywhere in the US. I believe that separation between firearm and ammunition may be an issue here. I wouldn't take my word for it though, there may be exceptions.

My advice is to take the time to check each place you're going to visit and re-check each time to make sure something hasn't changed. One of the challenges faced by those of us who choose to legally own firearms.

A website that I use is here. This site also has a travel planner to help with each state as you travel. It seems to be updated often and current with links to the actual laws (I print them to have in my possesion as I travel.)

There are many more, just google "concealed carry." I would also suggest that you don't rely upon a single site and check to see how recent the website was updated. State legislatures are modifying laws all of the time and current information is CRUCIAL.

[Miriam C.]

So what if you're not interested in carrying a concealed weapon on your person, but you'd like to have a hand gun inside the teardrop for security purposes. Does concealed carry come into play there? Am I correct that if the weapon is not accessable from the automobile it is not a concealed weapon? You've got me wondering here.

When going to VA I checked every state I was going through. Some States that didn't have concealed carry permits allowed un-accessible carry through their borders. Hunting weapons were allowed if not accessible. Some of those states allowed carry in a camper, but I don't remember the others. I decided not to carry because it was too much trouble to abide by the law and I try to not break the law.

[Mightydog]

I decided not to carry....

I just gotta know--what does Aunty M carry?

[planovet]

So what if you're not interested in carrying a concealed weapon on your person, but you'd like to have a hand gun inside the teardrop for security purposes. Does concealed carry come into play there? Am I correct that if the weapon is not accessable from the automobile it is not a concealed weapon? You've got me wondering here.

It will vary from state to state.

In general, your trailer is treated as a residence if it is stationary and hooked up. Going down the road, it's treated as a vehicle. In some states like Texas that have a Castle Doctrine law, you can have a weapon in either case without a permit. Other states it would be legal when hooked up but not while going down the road.

I think a policy of "don't ask, don't tell" is appropriate.

[Miriam C.]

I decided not to carry....

I just gotta know--what does Aunty M carry?

Aunti is a fan of the don't ask don't tell too...