Confused re: School Zones

[Tee Shot]

I hold a resident concealed permit in NC and a non-resident permit for VA. I realize each state has it's different laws, but I would love some type of clarification or understanding about guns in school zones, particularly as it relates to the 1,000 feet requirement in federal law. It is very difficult to drive on any road, in any locality, in any state, without going through a school zone or passing a school of some type. Where does one stand as it relates to that 1,000 foot requirement when carrying as you're driving by. Suppose you were stopped by LEO within that area for a traffic violation or you had to use your firearm while in that area for defense. Not asking for legal advice, just some other enthusiasts thoughts.

 

[95and05]

My thought is if its just traveling by you are likely ok unless they are looking for a reason to throw the book at you. Be polite follow the laws of the state you are in as they relate to LEO contact and you will be fine.

Just my opinion (and how I travel).

 

[Jardbud]

In Louisiana you are allowed to have a gun in a school zone as long as it is totally enclosed in your car. Once you step out of your car with a firearm in a school zone you are in violation.

 

[UATKP]

The asinine federal law that established the 1000 foot rule around gun-free school zones allows you to enter a 1000 foot zone if you are armed and are carrying a weapons permit issued by the State in which the school zone sits.
If you, armed, enter a 1000 foot zone with a carry permit issued by any other state you are in violation of federal law, and can be prosecuted by law enforcement if they catch you there.
Sort of like this: Normal blocks are around 300 feet, not counting the intersections. If I, being licensed in Texas, am armed while in Oklahoma and pass within a couple or three blocks of a school zone, I am breaking a federal law, because I do not carry a license issued by the state of Oklahoma.

 

[DCE]

I have a permit in VA. I believe it's legal in VA to be walking within 1,000 feet of K-12 on public property only with a permit. Also legal to be armed on school property while inside a vehicle with a permit as long as the firearm remains concealed.

 

[dad45acp]

Driving on a public way in your private vehicle without causing a threat to harm others, you wouldn't be charged a gun crime. It wouldn't in any way hold up in court. If there is any such case that was prosecuted I'd love to see it.

 

[John Theriot]

Schools Includes physical premises of public, private, colleges and universities. Prohibition extends school transportation vehicles and
grounds where school-sponsored activities are taking place. *The term “physical premises” is defined as a building or portion of a building, and does not include streets, sidewalks, walkways, parking lots or
garages.

 

[jmarklewis]

In Louisiana you are allowed to have a gun in a school zone as long as it is totally enclosed in your car. Once you step out of your car with a firearm in a school zone you are in violation.

The same applies in Tennessee

 

[meowatthesun]

It better be...my house is within 1000 feet of a school.