To Pack Or Not To Pack?

[Token]

Do you know the specific law that supports this?

Section 13A-11-75 - License to carry pistol in vehicle or concealed on person - Issuance; fee; revocation; release of information.

(a) The sheriff of a county, upon the application of any person residing in that county, may issue a qualified or unlimited license to such person to carry a pistol in a vehicle or concealed on or about his or her person within this state for not more than one year from date of issue, if it appears that the applicant has good reason to fear injury to his or her person or property or has any other proper reason for carrying a pistol, and that he or she is a suitable person to be so licensed. The license shall be in triplicate, in form to be prescribed by the Secretary of State, and shall bear the name, address, description, and signature of the licensee and the reason given for desiring a license. The original thereof shall be delivered to the licensee, the duplicate shall, within seven days, be sent by registered or certified mail to the Director of Public Safety, and the triplicate shall be preserved for six years by the authority issuing the same. The fee for issuing such license shall be one dollar ($1) which shall be paid into the county treasury unless otherwise provided by local law. Prior to issuance of a license, the sheriff shall contact available local, state, and federal criminal history data banks to determine whether possession of a firearm by an applicant would be a violation of state or federal law. The sheriff may revoke a license upon proof that the licensee is not a proper person to be licensed.

(b) The name, address, and signature collected from an applicant or licensee under this section shall be kept confidential, shall be exempt from disclosure under Section 36-12-40, and may only be used for law enforcement purposes except when a current licensee is charged in any state with a felony involving the use of a pistol. All other information on licenses under this section, including information concerning the annual number of applicants, number of licenses issued, number of licenses denied, revenue from issuance of licenses, and any other fiscal or statistical data otherwise, shall remain public writings subject to public disclosure. Except as provided above, the sheriff of a county shall redact the name, address, signature, and photograph of an applicant before releasing a copy of a license for a non-law enforcement purpose. The sheriff may charge one dollar ($1) per copy of any redacted license record requested other than when requested for law enforcement purposes. To knowingly publish or release to the public in any form any information or records related to the licensing process, or the current validity of any license, except as authorized in this subsection or in response to a court order or subpoena, is a Class A misdemeanor.
(Acts 1936, Ex. Sess., No. 82, p. 51; Code 1940, T. 14, §177; Acts 1947, No. 616, p. 463, §5; Acts 1951, No. 784, p. 1378; Code 1975, §13-6-155; Act 2006-551, p. 1268, §1; Act 2009-711, p. 2093, §1.)

[Pell City Tiger]

I'm buying this one next week. Ruger 40 caliber.

[GH2001]

I'm asking because I would like to know. Not to be a smart ass. I've been told by a few people whom I would think would know (albeit a few years ago) that no law exists. Regardless, as he said, it would save a lot of hassle to have a permit. Who wants to go to jail and prove a point.

I was just meaning that he could explain further which he did. I like that Alabama is an open carry state personally. Imagine living in Chicago or DC. No thanks

[Token]

That is the law stating the sheriff would provide such a license.  Here is the law that actually requires....


Alabama Title 13A-11-73
No person shall carry a pistol in any vehicle or concealed on or about his person, except on his land, in his own abode or fixed place of business, without a license therefor as hereinafter provided

[The Prowler]

I don't carry my 40 Cal concealed. I usually have it in hand when I go to the grocery store, restaurant, work, church, etc. Some of the time I'm wearing my pajamas and house robe with matching slippers. I've gotten fired at twice, but they missed (I think it freaked them out when I just kept walking into the resturant without even flinching)....They might've been aiming at a squirrel or something, idk.

[CCTAU]

That is the law stating the sheriff would provide such a license.  Here is the law that actually requires....


Alabama Title 13A-11-73
No person shall carry a pistol in any vehicle or concealed on or about his person, except on his land, in his own abode or fixed place of business, without a license therefor as hereinafter provided

What if it is in the glove box? Is that considered an extension of home in Alabama?

[RWS]

I carry a Glock 26.  Basically same dimensions as a 27, but it's a 9mm instead of 40 caliber.  Both are very nice, and very accurate guns.  Great for concealed carry.  If you have a big hand, you can get a mag with a pinky extension.  I carry with a neoprene inside the pant holster.  If you wear a tucked in shirt, ankle holster would work. I have a S&W .40 for the house, but it's simply too big to be concealed well.

My wife hates when I carry, but I have been carrying alot more often here recently.  In restaurants, at the theater, barber shop, grocery shopping, etc.  It's strange at first, but the more you carry, it will feel more natural. 

[Saniflush]

I'm buying this one next week. Ruger 40 caliber.

Nice chief.  I have one just like it in a .45 and it is very accurate.

[Yoda]

What if it is in the glove box? Is that considered an extension of home in Alabama?

I bought a Barretta Storm 9 mm a few years back, and did a little research about carrying in the car in Alabama.  Found that you can carry in a vehicle if it is in a locked compartment or box.  I don't remember if a locked glove box was acceptable, for some reason I want to say that it also has to be somewhere that is not accessible.  I have been too lazy to get my permit but think I will do so today as I will be close to the courthouse

[Jumbo]

Hoover man charged with attempted murder after firing on firefighters called to his home, authorities said: http://t.co/gLOx4yU7

[Snaggletiger]

Just to clarify. If I don't have a permit but want to take my gun to a firing range, am I okay or not if I get pulled over and it's on the seat beside me?  I'm thinking, most likely not?

[Saniflush]

Just to clarify. If I don't have a permit but want to take my gun to a firing range, am I okay or not if I get pulled over and it's on the seat beside me?  I'm thinking, most likely not?

no. 
Put it a case unloaded and you will be fine.

[RWS]

no. 
Put it a case unloaded and you will be fine.

This.  Or, have the gun, mags, and ammo all separate where they can't be "easily accessed" all at once if you don't have a case.  Both scenarios are considered "in transit".  If you get pulled over, I believe you still have the same duty to inform the officer that you have a weapon in the vehicle. 

[bottomfeeder]

[Saniflush]

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[WiregrassTiger]

Just to clarify. If I don't have a permit but want to take my gun to a firing range, am I okay or not if I get pulled over and it's on the seat beside me?  I'm thinking, most likely not?

No prob. If they hassle you, tell them I said it was ok and to stfu. Then, hope they miss the Miranda.

[Token]

No prob. If they hassle you, tell them I said it was ok and to stfu. Then, hope they miss the Miranda.

Miranda wouldn't apply.  You should seriously seek legal advise immediately if you are ever arrested.  And don't say a word. 

[bottomfeeder]

I'm always packing a snake in the grass.

[The Prowler]

Just to clarify. If I don't have a permit but want to take my gun to a firing range, am I okay or not if I get pulled over and it's on the seat beside me?  I'm thinking, most likely not?

Nah, you should be fine. I'd make sure it's loaded with the safety off though and have a open box of ammo within reach.

If you happen to get pulled over, just roll down your window and fire a shot in the air...that way the police officer will know that you have a gun. You're suppose to tell them that you have a gun, or whatever, just show him instead. He'll get the message.