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One of the best apps that a firearms owner should have on their phone is called CCW (on Google or Apple.) It is an app that shows all laws and statutes for every state, including reciprocity laws, prohibited areas and other things of that nature. It is constantly updated. It shows easy to digest information that if you click on will go to the actual statute. There's no excuse for not being informed of the laws if you carry.
There are no federal laws against carrying your gun or magazine across state lines.
You need to familiarize yourself with the related laws of every state you will travel through, and comply with them. On Android, the CCW app is a great resource. I'm sure there is something similar on iOS as well. http://www.handgunlaw.us is a great website for this research as well.
From a quick glance, South Carolina doesn't honor your permit. Don't carry there. Read their transport laws.
Georgia and North Carolina do honor it. You can carry there. Read up on their specific laws regarding signage and prohibited areas.
I've read there are really good smartphone apps for CCW across multiple states.
http://blog.cheaperthandirt.com/top-10-apps-concealed-carry/ https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=ryan.ccw&hl=en
Did a quick Google search it appears yes. Might want to download the ccw app and posted once you input your various ccws it will show you all the states you're valid in and you can look up the laws for every state. And posted you can search what's posted no ccw around you.
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=ryan.ccw
https://apps.apple.com/us/app/ccw-concealed-carry-50-state/id443321291
I travel all over the country with a non-resident FL license. Gives you 33 states you can carry. There's a good app called CCW that informs you of where you can carry and where you can't along with all the ins and outs of each state. It gets updated regularly. https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=ryan.ccw
You'll need a NH permit to concealed carry in PA if you are looking for a usable non-resident. That agreement is still intact with NH. I even got confirmation in an email last week from PA AG office. My NH paperwork is in the mail and I'm getting it for the same reasons for I do a lot of outdoors stuff in PA. The NH permit will only give me one more state (PA) than my FL permit, but will worth it for us New Jerseyians!
I'd recommend it. It lists gun laws state by state, with the actual law text and what that text means.
If you have an Android phone I highly recommend this app. It's quick access to every state law that applies to carrying. It also links directly to the state law databases. They update regularly, and it's worth every bit of the $2 the charge for it. You can even input what permits you have, and it shows you a map of where you can carry.
I use this app
The first one you can just put in which states you have permits in and you get a reciprocity map just for you.
Ya tell me about it.. there's a great app for 2 bucks though that gives you all the states you can carry in and the laws in each of the states. https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=ryan.ccw&hl=en it's on iphone too Edit: you just put in the licenses you have (resident or non-resident)
I have a few free Knots apps downloaded. I wishlisted the paid ones.
There seem to be more than one app related to CCW. Is this the one?: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=ryan.ccw I wishlisted that one since it's paid.
Here is the app I use:
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=ryan.ccw&hl=en_US&gl=US
And I've spot checked it against the State Law websites and its been spot-on.
As for website, I start with checking which states are reciprocal for your state. Im in NC, so here is that list for us:
https://ncdoj.gov/law-enforcement-training/law-enforcement-liason/concealed-weapon-reciprocity/
Your state likely has something similar.
Then if travelling to a different state I first check to see if its reciprocal, if so, I check the CCW app to make sure I understand the differences between what I know, and those in that state. Mostly are pretty similar, but signage is a big difference. Some states post signs and it means nothing, in NC thats not the case. So its important to study where you are going, you don't want to lose your license to carry, or worse, end up with a felony over a lack of knowledge.
I like CCW because they link to the state law straight from the app so you can read it.
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=ryan.ccw
Including real easy way to import all your licenses (in case your state has "enhanced" or special variants for pistol, rifle, boogabooga black gun, etc).
Please check out this app https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=ryan.ccw
My father in law owns a gun store and teaches the class for concealed carry in North Carolina. He said this is the best (most accurate and up to date) info he's seen. I really like it because some states will recognize certain ccw permit while others won't. This app allows you to input what state your ccw is with and it will show you a map of what states honor your ccw. Very convenient when traveling. It will also have the laws on where you can and can't legally carry in that state. Quality app check it out.
Check out CCW if you have an android phone. Quick reference state laws, and it updates as new laws pass. Super helpful, and you can read the statutes verbatim there as well.
I've been using this app for awhile & it's been super useful. Just put in what permits you have & it'll tell you where you're good ���� https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=ryan.ccw
I also use this one to help identify places where it's illegal to carry. It'll even tell you if the signage is legal & offer pro-gun alternatives
Get this app and you can see exactly what states grant reciprocity for which permits: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=ryan.ccw&hl=en
Unless you need a specific state you might be getting more permits than necessary.
Oh yeah...really be sure you know what youre doing because there you can get in a lot of trouble. Particularly with hollow points too. If youre on android, i suggest an app called CCW. It can be downloaded here.
Its agreat app that has any reference to law and code you could want. It updates daily as well as new laws are passed and old ones changed. I don't travel without it.
It was called Ryan CCW. It has been renamed to CCW - Concealed Carry 50 State. It doesn't have the best UI, but it updates about once a week with updated regulations from the entire country. It's a great resource when I'm travelling.
I prefer CCW. It's built specifically for ccw and is constantly updated. Costs a couple bucks, bit I've found it well worth it.
This one. They must have updated the name at some point, I'm nearly certain it was just called "ccw" when I bought it a few years ago.
The following laws can be used to help determine whether a 'no guns' sign in a location not prohibited by statute (such as a privately owned store) is enforceable. In some states, patrons are specifically disallowed from carrying in all locations with anti-gun signs. In other states, the laws are silent or ambiguous on this matter.
Per [Illinois] state law, these signs are enforceable
Public Act 098-0063
Section 65. Prohibited areas. (a-10) The owner of private real property of any type may prohibit the carrying of concealed firearms on the property under his or her control. The owner must post a sign in accordance with subsection (d) of this Section indicating that firearms are prohibited on the property, unless the property is a private residence. (d) Signs stating that the carrying of firearms is prohibited shall be clearly and conspicuously posted at the entrance of a building, premises, or real property specified in this Section as a prohibited area, unless the building or premises is a private residence. Signs shall be of a uniform design as established by the Department and shall be 4 inches by 6 inches in size. The Department shall adopt rules for standardized signs to be used under this subsection.
Administrative Rules - Section 1231.150 Prohibited Areas Section 65 of the Act specifies areas where concealed carry of firearms is prohibited and requires posting of those areas. a) A template for signs required pursuant to Section 65(d) of the Act is provided in Appendix A and is available on the Department's website. b) Owners of prohibited areas may utilize signage larger in size than the template provided, at their discretion. If prohibited areas use a larger sign, the template provided shall be reproduced somewhere on the larger sign no smaller than the 4" x 6" dimension required by the Act. c) Prohibited areas may include additional language on their signs. If prohibited areas include additional language, the template provided shall be reproduced somewhere on the larger sign no smaller than the 4" x 6" dimension required by the Act. d) The required signs shall be clearly and conspicuously posted at the entrance of the building, premises or real property. The sign shall provide persons entering the property notice that they are entering a prohibited area in which, pursuant to the Act, they shall not carry a concealed firearm.
Note: Illinois State Police has released an official template for no-guns signs Pursuant to Section 65(d) of the Firearm Concealed Carry Act, signs must be of a uniform design and the Illinois State Police is responsible for adopting rules for standardized signs. The Illinois State Police has proposed rules which require a white background; no text (except the reference to the Illinois Code 430 ILCS 66/1) or marking within the one-inch area surrounding the graphic design; a depiction of a handgun in black ink with a circle around and diagonal slash across the firearm in red ink; and that the circle be 4 inches in diameter. The sign in its entirety will measure 4 inches x 6 inches.
I'm pulling this from the Android Application, CCW. It's for the benefit of anyone reading this. I could really see this one going either way. The sign clearly can't be smaller but it seems to kind of allow larger ones, but also not.
The laws regarding that vary by state, I suggest downloading an app that would sort you through what the laws are in each state.
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=ryan.ccw
Fantastic app if you have an android for reciprocity and state law. Well organized and updated daily.
Android store but is on Apple too.
I've used this app periodically, it gives you 2yrs free and than a .99 yearly subscription.
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=ryan.ccw
This has tribal laws on it, you can usually find the tribal police website or phone number as well and ask what their policy is.
I find this a great resource. It has the laws for all states and territories. No idea if on iPhone.
It looks like you're right that an unsecured firearm in NC has to be openly displayed. Nice bit of outdated Fuddery, there. To stay legal in NC, it looks like a firearm can't be both "concealed" and "readily accessible".
If I were in your situation, I would put the unloaded firearm in a case, and put a cheap lock on that case. That should fit the legal requirement of not being "readily accessible". I got this information from an Android app I keep on my phone. I've included the salient text below if you want to look it over yourself. I don't know how insert blank lines in a comment on Reddit, so it's a wall of text, but there's a good summary of legal behavior starting about half way down. Good luck with your situation, and I hope things work out well for you.
From the Android app, CCW.
( https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=ryan.ccw )
This section contains laws concerning general transportation of a firearm, such as in a vehicle. They are laws that would apply if you do not have a ccw permit recognized by this state.
14-269. Carrying concealed weapons.
(a) It shall be unlawful for any person willfully and intentionally to carry concealed about his person any bowie knife, dirk, dagger, slung shot, loaded cane, metallic knuckles, razor, shurikin, stun gun, or other deadly weapon of like kind, except when the person is on the person's own premises.
(a1) It shall be unlawful for any person willfully and intentionally to carry concealed about his person any pistol or gun except in the following circumstances:
(1) The person is on the person's own premises.
(2) The deadly weapon is a handgun, the person has a concealed handgun permit issued in accordance with Article 54B of this Chapter or considered valid under G.S. 14-415.24, and the person is carrying the concealed handgun in accordance with the scope of the concealed handgun permit as set out in G.S. 14-415.11(c).
(3) The deadly weapon is a handgun and the person is a military permittee as defined under G.S. 14-415.10(2a) who provides to the law enforcement officer proof of deployment as required under G.S. 14-415.11(a).
(a2) This prohibition does not apply to a person who has a concealed handgun permit issued in accordance with Article 54B of this Chapter, has a concealed handgun permit considered valid under G.S. 14-415.24, or is exempt from obtaining a permit pursuant to G.S. 14-415.25, provided the weapon is a handgun, is in a closed compartment or container within the person's locked vehicle, and the vehicle is in a parking area that is owned or leased by State government. A person may unlock the vehicle to enter or exit the vehicle, provided the handgun remains in the closed compartment at all times and the vehicle is locked immediately following the entrance or exit.
NC DOJ.
Given this general prohibition of carrying concealed weapons, individuals must be ever vigilant to ensure their particular situation cannot be construed as concealing a weapon, either on or about them, without being properly authorized to do so with a valid North Carolina, or recognized out-of-state concealed handgun permit. Therefore, the permittee's accessibility to the weapon is of prime importance. It is for these reasons, that when transporting a weapon in a vehicle, even greater care must be exercised to ensure that the weapon is not concealed, and within the ready access to an occupant of the vehicle. North Carolina law does not specifically address how to transport a weapon in an automobile. Therefore, the central question becomes: when is the weapon concealed and readily accessible to an occupant of an automobile? Obviously, a weapon would be concealed and readily accessible, and therefore in violation of North Carolina law, if it were placed in such areas of a vehicle as under the seat of the automobile; in a bag in the back seat; or in some other manner is covered or hidden within the easy reach of an occupant of the vehicle. It is our recommendation that firearms should not be carried in a glove compartment regardless of whether the compartment is locked or not. While a weapon carried openly in an automobile would not be concealed, there are other problems specific to this method of carrying a weapon. The principal drawback, of course, is in the event of an individual being stopped by a law enforcement official, the officer may not readily know that individual's purpose and intent for carrying a weapon. As such, it is imperative that an individual immediately notify an officer of the presence of any weapon in the automobile, for the officer's and the vehicle's occupants' safety. Another obvious drawback is that a valuable weapon may be in plain view for potential thieves to see. The prohibition to carrying concealed weapons applies not only to handguns and other weapons commonly thought of as being easily hidden, but also to "long guns" as well. Therefore, shotguns and rifles concealed behind the seat of pickup trucks, and elsewhere in other vehicles, could similarly violate North Carolina law.
As to those vehicles with no easily discernible trunk area (i.e., vans, etc.), the question arises on a factual determination of when the weapon is within ready and easy access to an occupant of the vehicle. If the weapon is concealed near, in close proximity to, or within the convenient control and access of an occupant, which would allow him/her to use the weapon quickly, then a fair probability exists that the occupant is in violation of the law. Therefore, care must be exercised by any occupant of any vehicle to ensure that weapons are securely locked away in as remote an area as possible, in relation to the passenger compartment of the vehicle. It is important to emphasize that these prohibitions apply to passengers, as well as drivers of any vehicle.
I use this one on Android
I highly recommend two apps from the same author that work nicely together.
CCW covers firearms laws for each state, as well as a reciprocity map for your own states concealed carry permit.
Posted is a crowd-sourced database of individual businesses that forbid carrying inside.
Another source of state laws and reciprocity is the website https://handgunlaw.us/
Everyone likes the USCCA but I prefer this app.
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=ryan.ccw
Of course you have to be on android though.
Nah we're talking about 2 different ones.
CCW is $1.99
Legalheat is $.99
They both do basically the same thing. CCW aggregates data in that if you put in which states you have permits in it will give you a map of where you can and can't legally carry.
Do you NEED these apps? Not at all. Are they very convenient? Yes. Totally worth $1-2 (if you only get one get CCW, I just got Legalheat first)
Another good one: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=ryan.ccw
CCW appears to be Apple only, I did find one for Android though https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=ryan.ccw&hl=en