LOADED FIREARMS IN VECHICLES - - ??

[SAWMAN]

That there is an extremely wise assed comment. ---- SAWMAN

 

[Deersniper270]

That there is an extremely wise assed comment. ---- SAWMAN

I wasn’t directing it at you or trying to be rude. I’m just saying when it comes time, I’m not gonna be there so make sure you double check lol

If it were me, I would have no problem traveling in Florida with either one of your firearms in a case or not, loaded or not, and ccw or not.

When I go hunting with my AR pistol, it travels in the front seat with a mag in it and no round in the chamber. Which brings up another thing. If you are coming to and from hunting, fishing, or camping activities, you can legally open carry a pistol. So you are covered on all ends.

 

[TackleberryMCS]

From Mike G. Law, Criminal Defense Attorney, Tampa, FL​

FLORIDA VEHICLE CARRY LAWS: CAN YOU KEEP A GUN IN YOUR CAR?​

Carrying Firearms in Private Vehicles​

When concerning private vehicles, the concept of Possession of Private Conveyance comes into play. Located in subsection (5) of Florida Statute 790.25, Possession of Private Conveyance states that it is legal for an individual to carry a concealed weapon in their car without a permit.

However, for this law to apply, you must meet specific criteria. Here are the requirements for carrying a loaded gun in your car:

• You must be 18 years old or older. This statute does not protect anyone under the age of 18 years old at the time of the offense.
• You must have a viable reason to own a gun. You must have the gun in your car for self-defense or other lawful purposes, such as driving to and from an outing that involves lawful hunting or marksmanship practice.
• The gun cannot be on your person. The statute specifies that the gun must be “within the interior of a private conveyance” (in other words, inside of your vehicle) and does not protect you if the gun is on your person.
• The gun must be securely encased or otherwise not readily accessible. You must keep your gun secured and ensure it cannot be grabbed easily by any passengers. This may involve having it snapped into a holster, stored in a glove compartment, or put in a gun case with a cover (locked or unlocked). No matter where it is, make sure the weapon is not “readily accessible for immediate use” and well out of your immediate reach.

The Possession in Private Conveyance subsection only applies to people who do not have a concealed carry permit. If you do have a permit, you may lawfully carry a concealed weapon in your vehicle.

Do you have to tell a police officer if there’s a gun in your car? ​

When carrying a loaded gun in your car, you might be wondering if you have to tell a police officer the firearm is there if you are pulled over during a traffic stop.

Technically, no—there is no legal obligation to inform the police officer. However, you might want to bring it up in a scenario that seems more involved than a routine traffic stop, such as if you are questioned about an outstanding warrant or the officer asks to search your vehicle. Telling the police officer can establish clear communication and prevent the situation from escalating down the line.

When you do tell a police officer that you have a gun in your car, remain calm. Do not reach for the weapon, and wait for their instructions. If they ask whether you have firearms in the car, you must tell them the truth.

 

[TackleberryMCS]

From Katz & Phillips, P.A., Lake Mary, FL

Florida Law allows the possession of a firearm within a private conveyance even without a concealed weapon and firearm license per Florida Statute 790.025 which reads in relevant part: it is lawful and is not a violation of s. 790.01 for a person 18 years of age or older to possess a concealed firearm or other weapons for self-defense or other lawful purposes within the interior of a private conveyance, without a license, if the firearm or other weapon is securely encased or is otherwise not readily accessible for immediate use.

Car Carry​

With a Concealed Weapon and Firearm License (CWFL) or recognized out of state equivalent, in a private car, there is no restriction on how you can carry your handgun, as long as it is concealed. This means that no part of the firearm is visible to the eye. Contrary to popular belief, there is NO three step law in the state of Florida to access your firearm in a vehicle.

Without a CWFL or recognized out of state equivalent in a private vehicle, the handgun must be securely encased or not readily accessible. Securely encased includes carrying a loaded handgun in a holster which closes over the handgun (not a pressure holster and not on your person), glove compartment, gun case or a closed container. Not readily accessible means locked in the trunk or vehicle storage compartment.