Firearms Section

[helmincamaro]

Originally Posted by Milk 1027

If you get pulled over, the best thing to do is to keep your hands on the steering wheel and calmly say, "I have a CC permit, and I am currently armed, my firearm is in _______ and my DL along with my paperwork are in _____. How would you like me to proceed?"

The officer will most likely make you get out of the car to protect himself.

I'd also let him know if its loaded or not.... if its got a lock on it etc. If I've got time before he walks up, I'll unload it and leave it with the slide locked back or the cylinder open..... no need to scare anyone any more than you have to.

[Mr_Draco]

In NC, you must present your CCL with your drivers license. When you hand the officer these you MUST inform the officer if you are carrying whether the officer asks or not, you do not have to inform him/her where it is. Failure to inform the officer that you are carrying not only will result in the loss of the CCL, but also a block on any future gun purchases.

[Milk 1027]

Originally Posted by Mr_Draco

In NC, you must present your CCL with your drivers license. When you hand the officer these you MUST inform the officer if you are carrying whether the officer asks or not, you do not have to inform him/her where it is. Failure to inform the officer that you are carrying not only will result in the loss of the CCL, but also a block on any future gun purchases.

I would let him/her know where it is, regardless. If you say, "I have a gun" and reach over for your wallet, you can guarantee the officer will be jumpy. It's better if he or she knows where it is so there's no confusion.

[CamaroSkooter]

Originally Posted by 11BEE

In Texas the law states when you are asked for your drivers license you must also present your CHL. Only if the officer asks do you have to tell them where your firearm is. I have talked with many officers that never ask for my drivers license, so I never have to tell them I have my gun. This scenario has been when I witness an accident or report suspicious activity.

What's the appropriate protocol if you don't have a CHL?

In Texas now, you're not required to have a CHL to have a loaded and concealed firearm in your vehicle as part of the updated state Castle Doctrine.

[11BEE]

Originally Posted by CamaroSkooter

What's the appropriate protocol if you don't have a CHL?

In Texas now, you're not required to have a CHL to have a loaded and concealed firearm in your vehicle as part of the updated state Castle Doctrine.

Correct. Texas has extended the Castle Doctrine to automobiles and trucks. Anyone can carry a loaded weapon and protect their property with it. No CHL necessary. There are some restrictions:

1 it is your vehicle or a vehicle under your control;
2 it must be concealed;
3 you are not committing any crime other than class c traffic;
4 you are legally able to own the handgun; and
5 not a member of a street gang

[DSL84]

A/R's are like Camaros...mod, mod, mod! I started modifying my M-4 and then I bought my 2SS now it is a matter of what toy do I want to modify given a budget.

[CamaroSkooter]

Originally Posted by 11BEE

Correct. Texas has extended the Castle Doctrine to automobiles and trucks. Anyone can carry a loaded weapon and protect their property with it. No CHL necessary. There are some restrictions:

1 it is your vehicle or a vehicle under your control;
2 it must be concealed;
3 you are not committing any crime other than class c traffic;
4 you are legally able to own the handgun; and
5 not a member of a street gang

Exactly. So if, for some reason :emoticon7:, I get pulled over and am carrying concealed in my car (say, the glove box or center console), what is the appropriate course of action to keep from alarming the officer?

Should I inform them immediately that I have a firearm in the car, or should I just go about the stop as I normally would if there were no firearm in the car?

[The Shadoww]

Here is mine... Only 18 so no handguns for me yet. :(




BTW its a Mossberg 464 Shoots a Winchester 30-30. Leaver Action obviously.

[PT145SS]

Originally Posted by CamaroSkooter

Exactly. So if, for some reason :emoticon7:, I get pulled over and am carrying concealed in my car (say, the glove box or center console), what is the appropriate course of action to keep from alarming the officer?

Should I inform them immediately that I have a firearm in the car, or should I just go about the stop as I normally would if there were no firearm in the car?

I have a CHL and even though there is no longer a penalty for not showing my CHL when asked, the law technically still requires I show it...so I do. I believe at some point the TX legislature will need to address the discrepancy on discloser between CHL holders and non-CHL holders. That being said, unless the officer wants to search your car...concealed is concealed... and he/she will never know the difference. If he/she does not ask specifically, why say anything at all and potentially put him/her on edge. Although if asked...I would tell him/her.

[PT145SS]

Originally Posted by Black On Black On Black

Here is mine... Only 18 so no handguns for me yet. :(

My son will be 18 in a few days. I already gifted him a 9mm and soon I will gift him my 45.

Just gotta love Texas.

[The Shadoww]

Originally Posted by PT145SS

My son will be 18 in a few days. I already gifted him a 9mm and soon I will gift him my 45.

Just gotta love Texas.

Wowwww lucky butts!

[PT145SS]

Originally Posted by Black On Black On Black

Wowwww lucky butts!

Although I don't allow him to right now, because he is still in school, he is technically allowed to carry loaded and concealed in his truck.

[The Shadoww]

GERRRRRR I HaTE YOU CALIFORNIA HIPPY ASS LAWS!!!!

[11BEE]

Funny thing in Texas. An 18 year old can own a 9mm handgun. They cannot get a CHL until 21 and cannot buy ammunition until 21 for a handgun. LOL.