Gun in a locked car?

[calafro]

I have a non-resident CT permit and need to attend a meeting in CT. I cannot bring a gun to where I am going. Can I leave my gun in my car, unloaded in a locked case while I am in my meeting? My car will be parked in a municipal parking lot.

Thanks

RC

 

[dcmdon]

Yes.

You can leave a handgun in the car LOADED if you'd like.

No locked case required. CT does not have any transport or storage requirements other than that a long gun can't be loaded while you are driving the car.

Seriously, None.

I'm never in favor of storing a firearm in your car, just for ethical reasons. But if you take the proper precautions, you will be fine. I'm talking ethics now, not legalities. If you ahve a car with a trunk, disable the remote trunk release and seat fold down release and store it there. From a legal perspective, you could leave it out on the passenger seat and be in compliance with all laws.

Don