Virginia Gun Owners Forum - VGOF

Hi folks, Quick question - what happens if you are "made" carrying concealed? Lets say you go somewhere, Wal-Mart for example, where you are perfectly legal to carry. You bend over to check a price on a bottom shelf and your jacket raises above the bottom of your holster, revealing either ...

So what is the worst case scenario? If someone were to carry an auto and get caught for that single offense, what can they expect? Fines? Jail time?

So it appears this is a Class 1 misdemeanor. Realistic penalties for this offense alone?

Jakeiscrazy wrote:Yes they are legal to carry here is the code regarding carrying/owning one. Anything not mentioned is legal.

In both states or just VA?

Are they legal in VA and MD? For possession, carry?
Is OC legal for carry in MD?

I'm trying to figure out what my options are, primarily in MD, since I obviously cannot carry a gun there.

If there is no round chambered, and there is a loaded magazine which is kept next to the gun but not in it, the gun is unloaded, yes?

Do you have to remove the rounds from the magazine or can you leave the mag loaded?

Hi folks, Does anyone have a clear answer to whether or not it is legal to have a loaded shotgun or rifle in my trunk? I have a CHP. If it is NOT legal to keep a loaded shotgun or rifle in my car, I'm thinking a "Mare's leg" lever action .44 mag would make a nice auto companion. Burnsd :ma...

Hi folks,
I'm looking for a Seecamp .32 and I'm thinking about trying to find one at the Nation's Gun Show today. Has anyone seen Seecamps there before?
Burns

I want to try SEG.

Can I shoot my shotgun there? Slugs only?

I just bought my first shotgun and all the ranges I've called will only let me shoot slugs. I really want to try shooting some buck and bird through it.

halljt3 wrote: Burns,
were do you get your 9x18 ammo at and what kind do you usually buy? I have been having a hard time finding ammo locally that is not over priced. I can only find good deals online..

www.aimsurplus.com

and the Dulles show when it's convenient and I find a good deal.

What are the "shotgun in the truck" (or car) laws in VA?

I believe, with any interaction with LEO's, The way you treat them goes a long way, even if you're in the wrong. I know a friend of mine (Va Beach Officer) who was going to give a guy a warning over his trailer inspection being outdated, turn around and give a citation because the guy gave him a ha...

Hi guys, I'm going to a restaurant tonight to watch some NCAA basketball (my team made the sweet 16!) because I don't have cable. Here's my question: If I lock my gun in the trunk or glove box before going in, and then I have a beer and some wings while I'm there, and then reenter the car to drive h...

Hi folks, I'm interested in getting into hunting, a lost art in my family for two generations now. I'm mostly interested in deer, but I'm open to turkey or other game. The only rifle I have that I COULD hunt with is an SKS, so I'll probably buy a shotgun, or a bolt or lever rifle. I like the look, h...

Shooting, fishing, reloading clinic and free camping...what to do, what to do...

Yeah, I'm in. Heck, it's only a 3.5 hour drive from Haymarket!

Sgt.Bill, thanks for offering up your place for us to enjoy.

This is a great change for the good. Choices aren't as limited now; I was dining more frequently at Bob Evans and Cracker Barrel since I moved here (since they don't serve alcohol). The law against carry in alcohol serving establishments was silly and ineffective nanny-state BS, and had no place in ...

Any educated guesses on how long before the governor signs off?

The minute he signs off, is it law? Or, is it law as of a certain future date (like parks carry)?

I've been perusing the posts regarding transporting a firearm in a vehicle but I haven't seen this specific question addressed: In Virginia, can a CHP holder keep / transport a loaded rifle in their car or trunk? What about an unloaded rifle with loaded magazines next to it? I have no plans on doing...

Being born in Georgia and raised in North Carolina I can tell you 2 things for sure... 1.Florida,no matter where it is is not considered southern by anyone 2.Virginia at least by most people i know is not considered part of the south either.. being southern is as much a state of mind as it is a loc...