I am from a state that is reciprocal with TN CCW, and just want to make sure I understand the rules and regs.
Will be in the Sevierville, Pigeon Forge, Gatlinburg area for almost a week.
Sometimes I remove the holster and have the pistol in the holster beside me in the car (makes it more comfortable). Is carrying like that OK in your vehicle? Or must it be concealed at all times?
Understand signage is of the verbiage type, not the poster with a pistol/slash. Correct? Lots of "gunbuster" places posted in the area(s) I will be staying?
The one law that sticks in my mind that is a bit troubling is the one about not carrying in parks, playgrounds, etc. owned/operated by state/municipalities, etc "for recreation". So many parks, etc. are subtly marked, and sometimes you don't know when you've entered one, etc. Or are these strictly playgrounds, basketball courts, walking paths in parks - that kind of thing? Also, law says it's unlawful to have a firearm in your possession - so even locked in a lock box in your vehicle is unlawful?
The National Parks were allowed to make their own rules regarding concealed carry, etc. while in the park (buildings, etc. excluded). Is Smoky Mountain NP allowing CCW?
How about "printing". Some states have laws that a firearm "printing" under your clothing is illegal. Is "printing" an issue?
Anything else that would be notable to make note of?
Oh, and can anyone recommend any decent gun stores in the area I'm visiting? Always like to browse :biggrin:
Thanks!
Will be in the Sevierville, Pigeon Forge, Gatlinburg area for almost a week.
Sometimes I remove the holster and have the pistol in the holster beside me in the car (makes it more comfortable). Is carrying like that OK in your vehicle? Or must it be concealed at all times?
Understand signage is of the verbiage type, not the poster with a pistol/slash. Correct? Lots of "gunbuster" places posted in the area(s) I will be staying?
The one law that sticks in my mind that is a bit troubling is the one about not carrying in parks, playgrounds, etc. owned/operated by state/municipalities, etc "for recreation". So many parks, etc. are subtly marked, and sometimes you don't know when you've entered one, etc. Or are these strictly playgrounds, basketball courts, walking paths in parks - that kind of thing? Also, law says it's unlawful to have a firearm in your possession - so even locked in a lock box in your vehicle is unlawful?
The National Parks were allowed to make their own rules regarding concealed carry, etc. while in the park (buildings, etc. excluded). Is Smoky Mountain NP allowing CCW?
How about "printing". Some states have laws that a firearm "printing" under your clothing is illegal. Is "printing" an issue?
Anything else that would be notable to make note of?
Oh, and can anyone recommend any decent gun stores in the area I'm visiting? Always like to browse :biggrin:
Thanks!