WHAT HAPPENS IF CAUGHT CARRYING IN A NON RECOGNIZING STATE?

[oldguyguns]

What would happen if say--I was carrying in Illinois and was pulled over for some reason and the officers noticed my handgun? Or say WI where I go flyfishing after driving thru Illinois?

 

[mrjarrell]

Depends on the state. In some parts of Illinois the cop might just let you skate, but I wouldn't count on that in Chicago. I don't think anything would happen in WI. If you were in Jersey and got caught, (and had the "wrong" kind of ammo) you'd go to prison. It really just depends on the state and the cop.

 

[SEIndSAM]

What would happen if say--I was carrying in Illinois and was pulled over for some reason and the officers noticed my handgun? Or say WI where I go flyfishing after driving thru Illinois?

Wisconsin now recognizes the Indiana LTCH. Illinois will charge you. You will at least pay a fine and loose your handgun. Just unload it and put it in the trunk until you cross the border and enter a free state.

 

[nbunga]

In Ohio you will spend thanksgiving weekend in jail and fight a felony charge when they release you. Then you will plead guilty to a misdemeanor charge agreeing to forfeit your pistol and slug gun and give up your LTCH For 2 years. At least that happened to "someone I know" back in 2000.

Oh yeah. Spend a couple grand on a lawyer too.

 

[Redhorse]

Depends on the state. In some parts of Illinois the cop might just let you skate, but I wouldn't count on that in Chicago. I don't think anything would happen in WI. If you were in Jersey and got caught, (and had the "wrong" kind of ammo you'd go to prison. It really just depends on the state and the cop.

This says it all. It also depends on the location you're caught in and the person who catches you. Just unload it and leave it in your trunk. IMO I just don't think it's worth it.

 

[Beau]

Give it a go and let us know what happens.

 

[possum_128]

My question is, why in the world take this chance in the first place? Don't break the law in the first place and you don't have to concern yourself with it.

 

[Double T]

Now approved by the SCotUS.

 

[Mgderf]

Knowledge is your friend. Educate yourself.

Start here, Firearm Owners Protection Act - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
but don't stop there. Pay close attention to the "Safe Passage" clause.

There are several publications for sale online that outline the "Firearms laws of the 50 states."

Look for that too^

 

[1911ly]

I have a friend loose his Glock, have to appear before a judge and ended up on the no fly list. this was in Cook County or should i say country seening how they don't have the same rights as most of America.

 

[CPT Nervous]

Oh my God.

It's LOSE, people. Loose is the opposite of tight. TWO TIMES IN ONE PAGE.

It's agonizing. Please use the correct words. Please.


You cannot "loose" a gun, because "loose" is not a verb. "Lose," however, is, so once you lose your gun, it's lost. If you loose it, it won't be loost, but you should take it to a gunsmith for proper fitting.

 

[CTS]

You cannot "loose" a gun, because "loose" is not a verb. "Lose," however, is, so once you lose your gun, it's lost. If you loose it, it won't be loost, but you should take it to a gunsmith for proper fitting.

While I commiserate with you, a true grammar nazi would know that loose can be used as a verb.

OP, if you decide to carry where you legally can't you're taking a risk, you need to be prepared to live with the consequences.

 

[CPT Nervous]

Indeed it can. Well done.

 

[Redhorse]

Oh my God.

It's LOSE, people. Loose is the opposite of tight. TWO TIMES IN ONE PAGE.

It's agonizing. Please use the correct words. Please.


You cannot "loose" a gun, because "loose" is not a verb. "Lose," however, is, so once you lose your gun, it's lost. If you loose it, it won't be loost, but you should take it to a gunsmith for proper fitting.

Really? Lets get excited about a grammar or perhaps even a typing error. Everyone who did this, go back and immediately edit your post. We can't loose no grammar skills here. We gots to speak English good

Buddy I'm just giving you heck, but in all honesty it shouldn't bother you that much. I noticed it too but I didn't comment on it. I understand its agitating but it's really not that important.

 

[1911ly]

Oh my God.

It's LOSE, people. Loose is the opposite of tight. TWO TIMES IN ONE PAGE.

It's agonizing. Please use the correct words. Please.


You cannot "loose" a gun, because "loose" is not a verb. "Lose," however, is, so once you lose your gun, it's lost. If you loose it, it won't be loost, but you should take it to a gunsmith for proper fitting.

I did know the grammar police were on duty or I'd have been more careful. I'll just blame it on my meds.

 

[CTS]

Really? Lets get excited about a grammar or perhaps even a typing error. Everyone who did this, go back and immediately edit your post. We can't loose no grammar skills here. We gots to speak English good

Buddy I'm just giving you heck, but in all honesty it shouldn't bother you that much. I noticed it too but I didn't comment on it. I understand its agitating but it's really not that important.

Some of us care about the image firearm enthusiasts portray to the outside world. It's a lot easier to portray us all as ignorant hillbillies when we can't master the difference between their and they're and your and you're.

My apologies for the thread-jack.

 

[chezuki]

a true grammar nazi would know that loose can be used as a verb.

*loosen

 

[marrell1482]

They will definitely take your wallet.....

 

[1911 mike]

Just "axe" the police officer if he can give you a break. Tee Hee. No really, in the state of Ohio they are very serious about the firearm laws. My sons best friend is a State police officer and he has said in the past 3 years he has arrested and taken away 5 different firearms and all men went to jail until seeing a judge. Losing the firearms and fines. He has been told by the commanders no one gets a free ride until laws change.

 

[Mark 1911]

You cannot "loose" a gun, because "loose" is not a verb. "Lose," however, is, so once you lose your gun, it's lost. If you loose it, it won't be loost, but you should take it to a gunsmith for proper fitting.

loose may be used as a verb, as in, to "loose" an arrow, means to let fly.