Transporting Firearms In Pennsylvania

Summary

In Pennsylvania, transporting firearms requires the firearm to be unloaded and stored separately from ammunition. The firearm should be in the trunk, and the ammunition should be in a different compartment, such as the glove box. This ensures compliance with state laws and helps avoid legal issues. Always follow local regulations to stay within the law.

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So my brother has his concealed carry license, and we were at the shooting range earlier today & he left one of his firearms unloaded in my trunk, now he’s asking me to deliver it back to him but I’m scared to get pulled over with it in the trunk, would I get arrested?
Hello ****, to provide accurate information, can you please tell me which state you're located in? Gun laws vary from state to state.
Pennsylvania
In Pennsylvania, the law permits transporting legally obtained firearms under certain conditions:
- The firearm is unloaded.
- The firearm is not readily accessible from the passenger compartment.
- The ammunition is not in the same compartment as the firearm.
If you follow these rules, you should be in compliance.
The ammunition cannot be in the same compartment as the fire arm? So he has it in the proper casing the firearm comes in, & so the ammunition clip is in the pocket of the case itself, would I have to move that? & if so where too
Yes, in Pennsylvania the ammunition should not be in the same compartment as the firearm. If the ammunition is in the case with the firearm, it would be best to move it to a separate compartment in your vehicle, like the glove box.
So keep the firearm in the trunk in its proper box, but put the ammunition in the glove box correct? Sorry I’m just paranoid
Yes, ****, that's correct. In Pennsylvania, keep the unloaded firearm in its case in the trunk, and the ammunition in a separate compartment, like the glove box. This should comply with the law.
Ok thank you so much
You're welcome, ****! I'm glad I could help. Remember, always follow local laws and regulations to avoid any legal issues. If you have any more questions, feel free to ask!