Firearms in your RV

[Grumpy Guy]

what is the best resource to find out if it is legal to have a fire arm at a campground. I am permitted to carry in most states. If it is in your unit but under lock and key does that fall under transportation laws? I know that some of the laws very greatly from state to state.

[doc73]

Handgunlaw.us is a good resource. As far as on campground property, it is private property so the laws maybe diffrent for each state. Some states you can be arrested for ignoring the no gun signs, others nothing can be done. In the handgun law site it has a section for "no firearms" signs and whether they are bound by law.

Me, I keep a firearm regardless of the signage. If I see a no gun sign i secure it in my trailers lock safe and leave it there. I respect the rights of the property owner.

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[DaveandSue]

I too have CCL. I always will travel with a weapon in the truck(where it;s legal)and will keep it in the RV when i can't carry on me or in the truck.Only exception will be into canada and then I will have a long gun w/the proper paper work with me.

As your question,almost all campgrounds have verbage of some sort that says no firearms allowed.I still say if it is concealed who knows you have it?

[Blackhat6mike]

Try this one. Concealed Carry Permit Reciprocity Maps - USA Carry
BTW, it is illegal to have a firearm in any CG that is owned/operated or leased by the Army Corps of Engineers. Many state parks lease their land from ACofE.

[doc73]

Second thoughts.. And a reread of the question. Do NOT assume you can just keep a gun under lock and key. Let's say I have an "assault rifle" legal in my state, PA, I can lock it up and travel through NJ (almost everything is illegal there it seems) so long as I DO NOT STOP OR LEAVE THE INTERSTATE. if I stop for a pee break technically I violated NJ law for having a prohibited weapon in their state. I do jot agree with this and think the federal law should still preempt the state but for now that is what it is.

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[LI Guy]

I was told that this site doesn't permit talk of firearms ,as I was discussing hunting on another thread,, just a heads up

[doc73]

It can be discussed if it stayed on topic and free from whether it is right or wrong to have guns. At least that was my understanding..

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[Grumpy Guy]

I am not trying to break any rules for the site . I am just trying to gain information on a topic. I totally respect anyones right to an opinion on a topic but reserve my right to agree or disagree with the poster

[Grumpy Guy]

Please excuse me if I posted a question that is considered out of bounds. I just bought my first RV and just was asking for some insight from the more experienced. I totally respect the rights of others to their opinion but also reserve the right to have my own

[wmtire]

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[MaltnHops]

I always carry in my RV. If I'm on BLM land, I always carry within my campground.


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[Photogirl]

A firearm is legal under the castle law, which would be the same in a vehicle as your home.

[Phil57]

Originally Posted by Photogirl

A firearm is legal under the castle law, which would be the same in a vehicle as your home.

Well that's not always true. It is very important to check with the state you plan to travel in to make sure you don't end up in very serious trouble. For example traveling to NY state and having a handgun of any kind is a big big Nono. Some long guns are ok but please do not depend on a forum for the final say on firearm laws. Check the site the Doc gave its a good one but also check with the state you are visiting to be safe.

[Still Kickin]

Its assumed the OP is trained. Isn't the purpose to carry for protection. So, if you're ever in danger and you understand the proper use under the circumstances, just live life, and be smart. Your never going to cover every law in every state you might travel in, the alternative is leave it home. I say be smart, quiet and hope you don't need to use it, but. IMO.

[gilwilliams101]

I myself keep a Ruger revolver in our toy hauler at all times. Not for crazy people, but large game. We go places where there are bear and wild boar and therefore I plan on protecting myself ONLY if ABSOLUTELY necc. No one ever knows there is a loaded revolver in our rig because I feel it's just plain dumb to make it everyones business when the only reason its there is for self protection from large game.

I do see everyones points in this thread due to the simple fact that we live in a very different world than it was just 10 years ago. For example, threads such as this would have never stirred emotions 10 years ago. With all that said, do what is right for you, keep quiet about it and you will be the only one that knows what you are doing.

Know that I broke the cardinal rule and spilled my guts here....................

Guys n gals, please be respectful of each other and others thoughts and opinions. We are all entitled to them know matter how crazy they may seem to others. LOL

[Herk7769]

And thus another firearms thread is closed; pending review.