Pizza Bob 1,488 Posted November 10, 2010 I agree with Tim, but let me play Devil's Advocate... Does the law or administrative code define "Constructive Possession"? You have a loaded magazine in your trunk. You have the firearm for which the magazine is intended, also in your trunk - separate from the magazine. Even though they are in separate containers, are you not in constructive possession of a loaded firearm in a vehicle? Discuss. Adios, Pizza Bob Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
tbtrout 141 Posted November 10, 2010 Bob, I believe that is the scenerio that started it. It was easier to avoid a posssible hassel with a Police Officer due to their interpretation and it costs a lot of money to prove you are in the right. So it kind of became unoficial law. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
KpdPipes 388 Posted November 10, 2010 I agree with Tim, but let me play Devil's Advocate... Does the law or administrative code define "Constructive Possession"? You have a loaded magazine in your trunk. You have the firearm for which the magazine is intended, also in your trunk - separate from the magazine. Even though they are in separate containers, are you not in constructive possession of a loaded firearm in a vehicle? Discuss. Adios, Pizza Bob That would be a HELL of a Stretch Bob. if it gets to the point that your trunk is being searched, you have a hell of a lot bigger problems that "Comstructive Possession" due to separately secured magazines being in the trunk with a locked handgun. That said, I have no doubt that SOME County prosecutor would try that scenario. Stephanie, Title 39 is the Motor Vehicle Code, that deals with MV violations only. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
StephanieSeven 70 Posted November 10, 2010 Stephanie, Title 39 is the Motor Vehicle Code, that deals with MV violations only. Yeah I know. Just couldn't remember if transportation of firearms was covered in there anywhere. It's been a million years since I cracked that book. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
KpdPipes 388 Posted November 10, 2010 Yeah I know. Just couldn't remember if transportation of firearms was covered in there anywhere. It's been a million years since I cracked that book. Nope, it isnt covered. Title 39, with the exception of the Quasi-Criminal aspects of DUI, CDS in a Motor Vehicle, and Driving Revoked which are arrestable offenses, stays clear of pretty much everything else covered in 2C. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
StephanieSeven 70 Posted November 10, 2010 Nope, it isnt covered. Title 39, with the exception of the Quasi-Criminal aspects of DUI, CDS in a Motor Vehicle, and Driving Revoked which are arrestable offenses, stays clear of pretty much everything else covered in 2C. You so smart. Thanks. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
CageFighter 236 Posted November 10, 2010 It is my understanding that a loaded mag, is a loaded weapon. I don't think it matters if it is locked up it sux emptying 5 loaded mags, after u just filled them the night before. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
CageFighter 236 Posted November 10, 2010 can i have my ammo in the box it came in and my gun in a locked plastic box together in my range bag? or do i need to seperate both? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Pizza Bob 1,488 Posted November 10, 2010 can i have my ammo in the box it came in and my gun in a locked plastic box together in my range bag? or do i need to seperate both? Yes. And I think we have pretty well established that there is no need to unload your mags. Just separate them from the gun. Separate containers, also means separate compartments of a single range bag - just FYI. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
coldsolderjoint 84 Posted November 10, 2010 Wish I felt that comfortable living in this state. I went shooting at a match, forgot I had a mag in my pocket on the way home. Pulled over as soon as possible to throw it in the lock box. I hope to someday not even think about things like that..... Well.. just as long as you didn't forget that you where CCW'ing in PA and drove over the border.. then you could have a problem Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
KpdPipes 388 Posted November 10, 2010 You so smart. Thanks. Not at all, I just use it daily, so I keep up on it. According to one fellow Poster, I'm a Moron because of my profession.... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
StephanieSeven 70 Posted November 10, 2010 Not at all, I just use it daily, so I keep up on it. According to one fellow Poster, I'm a Moron because of my profession.... must be a cop. lol. j/k Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites