I have been asked by several people who have either recently lawfully purchased a firearm or are considering purchasing a firearm, where they can keep the firearm and how to lawfully transport the firearm in their vehicle if they are going hunting or to the shooting range.  I would like to take each in order, with the caveat that this applies to firearms owners who are legally permitted to own firearms (persons of proper age, no felony convictions, not under the influence, etc.) who are in possession of firearms in legally permitted areas (not restricted areas such as school property, courthouses, government buildings, public parks, etc.), but do not have a valid handgun carry permit under T.C.A. section 39-17-1351.Nashville Gun Lawyers

Where can I keep or store a firearm?

It is permissible to keep or store a loaded rifle, shotgun, or handgun at:

1. Your place of residence.

2. Your place of business.

I do not have a handgun carry permit.  Can I legally transport a firearm in my vehicle?

Yes.  You can transport a firearm in a vehicle if:

1. The rifle, shotgun, or handgun is unloaded;

2. The rifle, shotgun, or handgun is not concealed on or about your person;

3. Any ammunition for the rifle, shotgun, or handgun is not in the immediate vicinity of you or the firearm; and

4. You are not in a restricted area, such as a school, park, playground, civic center, public recreational grounds, penal institution, government building, and place where judicial proceedings are in progress, or any other meetings where the agent elects to prohibit the carrying of a firearm and provides notice under T.C.A. section 39-17-1359.

Remember: Always be responsible with firearms.

Tennessee law is very favorable to lawful and responsible firearms owners.  Furthermore, there are several providers of competent firearms training courses in Middle Tennessee.  All firearms owners are encouraged to complete basic firearms training.

Tennessee law also permits the appropriate candidate, with the proper training, to obtain a permit to carry a handgun in the State of Tennessee. If you are interested in obtaining information about applying for a Tennessee Handgun Carry Permit, please contact your Nashville Attorney at (615) 829 – 8259.