gmdfunk wrote:
I know that you cant keep a concealed firearm in your car, unless you have a CCP, however a concealed weapons isnt considered such when unloaded and securely encased in the trunk.
Can someone clarify the rules for open carry while in a vehicle? What is considered open carry, while you are in a car? Thanks.
Well...It's hard to say and depending on the Officer stopping You. But here is some info and Let's talke it over what we feel about the wording.
Utah Code Section 76-10-505
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76-10-505. Carrying loaded firearm in vehicle or on street. (1) Unless otherwise authorized by law, a person may not carry a loaded firearm:
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76-10-505. Carrying loaded firearm in vehicle or on street.
(1) Unless otherwise authorized by law, a person may not carry a loaded firearm:
(a) in or on a vehicle;
(b) on any public street; or
(c) in a posted prohibited area.
(2) A violation of this section is a class B misdemeanor.
Amended by Chapter 328, 1990 General Session
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Utah Code Section 76-10-501
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76-10-501. Definitions. As used in this part: (1) (a) "Antique firearm" means any firearm: (i) (A) with a matchlock, flintlock, percussion cap,
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[size=-1](18) "Securely encased" means not readily accessible for immediate use, such as held in a gun rack, or in a closed case or container, whether or not locked, or in a trunk or other storage area of a motor vehicle, not including a glove box or console box.
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TO ME
Utah Code Section 76-10-505STATES TO ME THAT THERE SHOULD NOT BE ANY PROBLEMS TO HAVE AN UNLOADED WEAPON ON THE HIP WHILE IN THE CAR /
HOWEVER PLEASE CALL CLARK APOSIHAN ( THE CHAIRMAN OF BCI ) @ 801-560-4836
THERE MIGHT BE SOME FEDERAL LAWS THAT STATES OTHERWISE . I WILL BE RESEARCHING
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