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Transporting Firearms Safely

Whether you are a hunter, shooting sports competitor, casual shooter preparing for a day at the range, or just heading out to take your firearm to a gunsmith, these guidelines should be observed.


Firearm Transport Laws and Regulations

Laws governing firearms transportation vary from state to state. Before transporting your firearm anywhere (even to the shooting range), be make sure that you are familiar with your own state's regulations. When you are crossing state and local jurisdictional boundaries, you should always check with local and state authorities for the latest federal, state, and local Laws and regulations covering the transport of firearms.


Basic Safety Rules for Transporting Guns

These rules are especially important in all situations:

  • Never pull a firearm toward you by the barrel
    If you attempt to remove a firearm from an automobile, a boat, a duck blind by pulling it toward you by the barrel, the trigger could catch on some object and accidentally discharge.
     
  • Never pick up a firearm with your finger on the trigger

In addition, observe the following safety precautions:

  • Keep Your Firearms Unloaded
     
  • Place Your Firearms in a Protective, Locked Case
     
  • Secure Your Firearms So They cannot move about during Travel
     
  • When Using Public Transportation Check with the Carrier
    for added Regulations

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 Senator John Mccain
John McCain
appeared on 2,500 movie screens in Spring 2001 to urge parents and children to save lives by keeping guns locked up and out of schools. play video read more

 Safe Carry
What are the best ways to carry a firearm comfortably and safely? Our Gun Safety Program explains which carrying techniques are safe in specific situations.

 Safety Gear
You should always wear equipment to protect your eyes and ears when firearms are discharged, whether you are shooting or simply observing.

 Cleaning Firearms
See our Gun Safety Program for expert tips on how to safely clean and maintain firearms.



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