Under 21, Over 18, Handgun owner

[cbrown_31]

I just recently purchased my first pistol from a trusted friend through a private sale, and I was wondering if there is anything that prohibits me from having it loaded in my center console safe while driving ? The last thing I was is for my firearm to be confiscated in the event of me getting pulled over and be potentially charged with something that will prevent me from getting my LTC when I turn 21. Im 19 currently and I tried to look up laws that pertain to this but quickly became overwhelmed.

Thanks in advance

 

[Gilbertc13]

I just recently purchased my first pistol from a trusted friend through a private sale, and I was wondering if there is anything that prohibits me from having it loaded in my center console safe while driving ? The last thing I was is for my firearm to be confiscated in the event of me getting pulled over and be potentially charged with something that will prevent me from getting my LTC when I turn 21. Im 19 currently and I tried to look up laws that pertain to this but quickly became overwhelmed.

Thanks in advance

Motorist Protection Act allows you to have a handgun in the car in the state of Texas. Only thing is, it can’t be in plain view, must be concealed. Center console is perfectly fine


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[Texas Heat]

I'd call someone who is in the business of knowing laws rather than a gun forum question. The judge won't care what the internet told you. I'll admit I haven't kept up with newer laws pertaining to age as I'm older now but I do remember for a long time that it was 18 for long guns and 21 for handguns. Yes, you can carry concealed (out of sight but not on your person) without a LTC in the car but you must first be legally able to own one. Why not just call up local PD or gun shop with LTC course offering and ask?

 

[Orbie]

18 to own a handgun and 21 to purchase it from FFL. You can carry it in your vehicle while out of plain site.

Double check if it makes you feel more comfortable.

 

[V-Tach]

18 to own a handgun and 21 to purchase it from FFL. You can carry it in your vehicle while out of plain site.

Double check if it makes you feel more comfortable.

This ^^^^^^ if no criminal history...

 

[cbrown_31]

I'd call someone who is in the business of knowing laws rather than a gun forum question. The judge won't care what the internet told you. I'll admit I haven't kept up with newer laws pertaining to age as I'm older now but I do remember for a long time that it was 18 for long guns and 21 for handguns. Yes, you can carry concealed (out of sight but not on your person) without a LTC in the car but you must first be legally able to own one. Why not just call up local PD or gun shop with LTC course offering and ask?

I Did end up calling the local police department and talked to multiple officers I've seen in public and all of them said it is perfectly legal to have a concealed handgun in the vehicle, although they said it will make for a lengthy traffic stop. But for right now I'm just going to keep it in my apartment, and when I travel to and from the range it will be unloaded in my range bag just for good measure

 

[cbrown_31]

This ^^^^^^ if no criminal history...

No criminal here !!!!

 

[Bithabus]

Why not just call up local PD or gun shop with LTC course offering and ask?

Because he wants accurate and concise information

 

[Kar98]

I Did end up calling the local police department and talked to multiple officers I've seen in public and all of them said it is perfectly legal to have a concealed handgun in the vehicle, although they said it will make for a lengthy traffic stop. But for right now I'm just going to keep it in my apartment, and when I travel to and from the range it will be unloaded in my range bag just for good measure

Having a pistol on my belt didn't seem to make a difference one way or another, when I got pulled over for slightly exceeding the posted limit some time last year.

 

[easy rider]

Having a pistol on my belt didn't seem to make a difference one way or another, when I got pulled over for slightly exceeding the posted limit some time last year.

Are you under 21?

 

[Kar98]

Are you under 21?

Not in a long time.

 

[easy rider]

Not in a long time.

I think that's what he meant by a longer detaining.

 

[Jon Payne]

I just recently purchased my first pistol from a trusted friend through a private sale, and I was wondering if there is anything that prohibits me from having it loaded in my center console safe while driving ? The last thing I was is for my firearm to be confiscated in the event of me getting pulled over and be potentially charged with something that will prevent me from getting my LTC when I turn 21. Im 19 currently and I tried to look up laws that pertain to this but quickly became overwhelmed.

Thanks in advance

I know it will be a while until you turn 21. I have a LTC class January 12th in Orange TX. Roughly a hour from you. I'll offer you a chair free of charge so you can get the correct information 1st hand concerning TPC 46.02/Motorist Protection Act, Use of Force/Chapter 9 and Safe Storage Practices etc. I'm hosting a Texas Law Shield Seminar December 6th on Use of Force/Deadly Force and Q&A with the program attorney.