What's up guys. I am taking the course in two weeks and have a few probably stupid questions, but I sure would love the answers. Trying to read up and understand the laws to the fullest. I am located in CT. In regard to these questions I am thinking the person has their carry permit already. They might be answered in the class, but I didn't want to wait for two weeks to get some answers.
- If you are going to the range, is it legal to conceal carry while going or are you supposed to have the gun unloaded in a locked case, etc? Does it depend on the range? Are you not supposed to carry a loaded gun in the gun shop/range?
- If I am at work, is it legal to leave a loaded handgun in a locked glovebox of my truck from 9-5? It would be on me when I am in the truck or going somewhere for work, just that my boss probably wouldn't want me to carry when I am in the office.
- This might not be a law, but I am a bit confused. I would think carrying you would want to be able to pull the gun out and shoot if necessary. A friend of mine carries a Glock, but there isn't a round chambered. He would need to pull out the gun and cycle the slide before being able to shoot. Would there be a reason for this? Should/would you carry this way?
- Is there anything stating in malls/stores that it is illegal to carry unless specifically posted at the location? When out and about I plan to carry at all times, unless going to a school, federal building, or PD station of course.
- If pulled over while driving, is it necessary to let the officer know you are carrying? I can't see why any person wouldn't state this to the officer, especially if you have to reach towards/near the weapon to get him any information he may need. But lets say the gun is in the center console and you do not need to go into it for anything. Should you still tell him?
This is all I can think of right now, sorry if they seem "simple" questions. I am brand new to firearms and I just really like to research before I go into anything I do. I want to make sure I am aware of all the laws, as there isn't an excuse for not knowing.
FYI: I am probaby looking at picking up a Glock 19 or Springfield Armory XD Subcompact to carry. I plan to go and test a few different guns out before deciding.
- If you are going to the range, is it legal to conceal carry while going or are you supposed to have the gun unloaded in a locked case, etc? Does it depend on the range? Are you not supposed to carry a loaded gun in the gun shop/range?
- If I am at work, is it legal to leave a loaded handgun in a locked glovebox of my truck from 9-5? It would be on me when I am in the truck or going somewhere for work, just that my boss probably wouldn't want me to carry when I am in the office.
- This might not be a law, but I am a bit confused. I would think carrying you would want to be able to pull the gun out and shoot if necessary. A friend of mine carries a Glock, but there isn't a round chambered. He would need to pull out the gun and cycle the slide before being able to shoot. Would there be a reason for this? Should/would you carry this way?
- Is there anything stating in malls/stores that it is illegal to carry unless specifically posted at the location? When out and about I plan to carry at all times, unless going to a school, federal building, or PD station of course.
- If pulled over while driving, is it necessary to let the officer know you are carrying? I can't see why any person wouldn't state this to the officer, especially if you have to reach towards/near the weapon to get him any information he may need. But lets say the gun is in the center console and you do not need to go into it for anything. Should you still tell him?
This is all I can think of right now, sorry if they seem "simple" questions. I am brand new to firearms and I just really like to research before I go into anything I do. I want to make sure I am aware of all the laws, as there isn't an excuse for not knowing.
FYI: I am probaby looking at picking up a Glock 19 or Springfield Armory XD Subcompact to carry. I plan to go and test a few different guns out before deciding.
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