Packin' RV

[Jwiles58]

My son and I were having a discussion the other day about carrying a firearm in the RV. I told him I would post and see what others opinions were on carrying a firearm in the RV and concerns about differing State Laws. What's your opinion, do your carry, or not? Thanks

[Javi]

Yes, daily... but I only go places that allow me to do so... the other places don't want my money...

[Canonman]

Open carry keeps the creeps away. They see you and the predators go looking for an easier target. I personally don't want the intruder to guess if I might have personal protection with me.

[Jwiles58]

I was actually more interested in if you carry in your RV not on your person. I don't have an opinion on open carry/concealed carry etc. Just wondered if you kept a firearm inside the RV and what the legalities might be from state to state.

[Javi]

Originally Posted by Jwiles58

I was actually more interested in if you carry in your RV not on your person. I don't have an opinion on open carry/concealed carry etc. Just wondered if you kept a firearm inside the RV and what the legalities might be from state to state.

I just figured one went with the other...

But in retrospect, I reckon there are folks who don't carry on their person but keep one in their domicile and as has been stated, every state is different... Personally, I look it up before I go there and if they are restrictive in any way I take my money elsewhere... that includes campgrounds..

Been that way all my life... don't go where I ain't wanted

[Mates Family]

Originally Posted by Jwiles58

I was actually more interested in if you carry in your RV not on your person. I don't have an opinion on open carry/concealed carry etc. Just wondered if you kept a firearm inside the RV and what the legalities might be from state to state.

The Best source of information for carrying firearms while travelling that I have found is a book titled "Traveler's Guide to the Firearm Laws of the Fifty States". It is published annually and has tons of information for each state. I order my direct from their website: www.gunlawguide.com. I have been using this guide for many years.

Happy & Safe Travels,

Mike from Belleville IL.

[travelin texans]

What is the best truck to tow with?
What are the best rv tires?
Democrat or Republican?
And now!
This topic can & most likely will get ugly fast!
There are 2 groups;
#1 - HELL YES! ALWAYS!
#2 - HELL NO! NEVER!
My suggestion is check where you're headed & decide for yourself!!
Other than that, NO COMMENT!

[Ken / Claudia]

There are books written to help with the laws from state to state but, here is a big problem. Those laws can and do change as new laws are proposed and voted into law yearly or bi yearly. Nowadays it is what type of gun, caliber or magazine may be legal.
General guide for some, not all states. If you are allowed possession of a legal type gun in that state you can have it. Can it be concealed (hidden) in the RV? again each state has their own laws. There was a ruling years ago as I recall through the fed courts that said if the RV is parked and lived in (not rolling down the road) Your RV is your home and ie. your castle. Then if that applies the gun could be hidden as you could do in your home. Than if mobile a fed law allows for search without warrant in some cases. Named mobile vehicle exemption. Not easy to answer if always legal or not and in all cases and I will not try to.
The question was do I have a gun in a RV and yes I do or in the TV or on me. But, I am retired honorably full time police and still getting paid as a PT police officer. Both those positions say I am OK in Oregon always. There is a different Fed law HR218 that covers me when out of state.
Nowadays I am sure every state has their laws available on the web to read through but, not only reading them is important, it is a must to understand them and how they are applied.

[Dave W]

Unless we are going into Canada, I will pack a shotgun though never a handgun. The various state laws are too complicated, including my state, NY or worse, New Jersey to chance.

[notanlines]

As previously mentioned by Travelin Texan this can get out of line in a hurry. Let's keep it in the context in which the question was written so maybe we might gain some insight to the subject. Many thanks...
No, we don't travel armed. Yes, we both have Tennessee's permit to carry. Brenda was a firearms instructor at the Federal Prison in Memphis. I do all my own reloading and love to shoot. We simply choose not to bring along any firearms. YMMV

[dsttexas]

"The travellers guide to firearm laws of the fifty states" is a comprehensive booklet updated annually for all firearm laws in the 50 states, especially for travellers.

https://books.google.com/books/about...SAAACAAJ&hl=en

[Jimh]

I carry a hand gun in my camper. Remember, the police cannot search your camper or you truck without your permission or probable cause. I do have a CCW but I don't advertise I'm carrying. Just use good judgement when traveling with a weapon.

[Carrottop]

Just in case you were wondering, it is illegal on both your person and in your RV when travelling into or around Canada.

[PKraus29]

Originally Posted by Carrottop

Just in case you were wondering, it is illegal on both your person and in your RV when travelling into or around Canada.

My understanding is that this is only true for hand guns and does not apply to long guns (as long as the long gun is for hunting).

[instymp]

Yes, lawfully, legally.
check the states laws here to get an idea.

[instymp]

Originally Posted by instymp

Yes, lawfully, legally.
check the states laws here to get an idea.

Here was the link to http://www.handgunlaw.us/.
Updated often.

[xrated]

I always have a firearm with me, either on my person or in the truck when travelling or in the camper when out of the truck. I do have a TN HCP and it is valid in 38 or 39 states. Even at that, some campgrounds do not allow firearms and there are a whole host of rules and regulations to follow and know when travelling from state to state. We haven't started "really" travelling yet, as I'm still working for another 18 months, so it's pretty easy to stay up to date on TN, N.C. KY, GA, and AL. After that,if we do travel further out of our region, I will have to brush up on other areas too and know the rules for travel there with a TN. HCP.

[travelin texans]

Originally Posted by xrated

I always have a firearm with me, either on my person or in the truck when travelling or in the camper when out of the truck. I do have a TN HCP and it is valid in 38 or 39 states. Even at that, some campgrounds do not allow firearms and there are a whole host of rules and regulations to follow and know when travelling from state to state. We haven't started "really" travelling yet, as I'm still working for another 18 months, so it's pretty easy to stay up to date on TN, N.C. KY, GA, and AL. After that,if we do travel further out of our region, I will have to brush up on other areas too and know the rules for travel there with a TN. HCP.

That's another very good point that some campgrounds, as well as more & more businesses I've noticed, have signs posted not allowing firearms. Whether those mean anything to those with permits, I don't know, but to those that are carrying I would think you should be finding out.

[xrated]

Originally Posted by travelin texans

That's another very good point that some campgrounds, as well as more & more businesses I've noticed, have signs posted not allowing firearms. Whether those mean anything to those with permits, I don't know, but to those that are carrying I would think you should be finding out.

That too also varies between states. For example, some states it is a misdemeanor to bring a gun into an area that is properly posted with the correct and legal signage. Other places, you will not be in any kind of trouble if you are asked to leave and you comply.....again....varies by state.

[CaptnJohn]

I have a NC permit, good in 36 states. The rest I stay out of as there will always be a weapon within reach.