How do you transport a gun when you move?

[1Master]

I lived in South Carolina for 4 years. You don't even have to have a licence for a gun there.

 

[thomsbrain]

Originally posted by: Yossarian

Originally posted by: Ime

Originally posted by: seanws

Originally posted by: SilverTorch
I know that in IL to carry a gun in the car it has to be:

1. Unloaded
2. with Trigger Lock on
3. Locked in a case
4. Ammo locked in a different case

I also think that the gun and ammo can't be both in the trunk, so gun in trunk and ammo in glove compartment.

as edro13 said, tell the cop the truth .... you are moving from TX and have a gun locked in its own case in the trunk

how about not breaking traffic laws and then you wont be stopped and have to worry?

What if he gets stopped at a DUI checkpoint? It could happen.

they still have no right to search your car.

ideal world != reality

 

[AFB]

Originally posted by: DivideBYZero

Originally posted by: cressida

Originally posted by: DivideBYZero
Put it down the front of my pants. Plenty of room in there.

Hehehe, your other gun must be a minature replica then.

😉

:camera:'s?

 

[AgaBoogaBoo]

Originally posted by: Queasy

Originally posted by: edro13
Trunk it and the first thing you tell the cop is "I have a gun in my trunk".

I prefer to tell them I have an armed midget in my trunk.

lol, you almost made me spit out my water :laugh:

 

Originally posted by: Yossarian

Originally posted by: Ime

Originally posted by: seanws

Originally posted by: SilverTorch
I know that in IL to carry a gun in the car it has to be:

1. Unloaded
2. with Trigger Lock on
3. Locked in a case
4. Ammo locked in a different case

I also think that the gun and ammo can't be both in the trunk, so gun in trunk and ammo in glove compartment.

as edro13 said, tell the cop the truth .... you are moving from TX and have a gun locked in its own case in the trunk

how about not breaking traffic laws and then you wont be stopped and have to worry?

What if he gets stopped at a DUI checkpoint? It could happen.

they still have no right to search your car.

We know that. Its a matter of being up front with any officer about a possible weapon. Because if for ANY reason he/she finds it later on, and you did not inform him/her, the situation can and will change.

 

[MichaelD]

Originally posted by: Queasy

Originally posted by: edro13
Trunk it and the first thing you tell the cop is "I have a gun in my trunk".

I prefer to tell them I have an armed midget in my trunk.

Trunk monkey!!!!

Click first rectangle box, on the left. 😀

Actually, the second box from the left is more applicable to this situation.

 

[Rogue]

Originally posted by: MichaelD

Originally posted by: Queasy

Originally posted by: edro13
Trunk it and the first thing you tell the cop is "I have a gun in my trunk".

I prefer to tell them I have an armed midget in my trunk.

Trunk monkey!!!!

Click first rectangle box, on the left. 😀

Actually, the second box from the left is more applicable to this situation.

Exactly what I was going to say.

In reference to some of the replies here, I would NOT necessarily tell the officer you had a gun unless you absolutely think it will be discovered somehow. Definitely don't lie about anything if asked, but don't necessarily volunteer the information either.

Getting pulled over for a burnt out tail light is one example. Although not likely, the officer may with to assist in the replacement of it (highly unlikely though 😉). In that case, let him know immediately that you are transporting a weapon to your new place of residence because it could result in his having access or visual contact with the weapon in question in your trunk should the situation arise.

I hope I'm being clear.

Cliff notes:
1) Don't volunteer the information unecessarily
2) If asked anything within the realm of weapons transport, tell the truth
3) If you see a dog coming up to the car with him, you should probably just tell the truth. 😉

 

[JDMnAR1]

Best bet is to check with the states that you will be travelling through - many of them should have this information available on a state police (or similar) website. If they don't, they should have a point of contact who can provide that information. If you don't want to do this, then your best bet is to have it in a case in your trunk, unloaded of course.

As for notifying any officer you may come in contact with about transporting firearms - that is really a toss up. I have spoken with many officers through the years, as I often found myself in the same situation, and it has been about an even split when they were asked if they wanted to know about any firearms up front or not. If any actions you take will put you in proximity to the weapon, definitely let the officer know beforehand, as you wouldn't want to put yourself in danger. Likewise, if anything the officer does will put him in contact with the weapon, let him know so it doesn't appear that you are hiding something. And as was already stated - if asked specifically about any weapons, do not lie.

Edit: Oh yeah, if you have a CCW permit and wish to carry on your person, check with your state of issue to see if they have any reciprocity agreements with the states that you will be travelling through. You may be able to carry legally, but you will still have to abide by the carry laws of each respective state.