Handgun storage in your RV?

[Neal]

At times I keep my handgun in the safe, locked. At times I keep it ready for self-defense. It is always stored unloaded with the clip out and to date it's been stored loose in a cabinet. I am looking at these magnetic mounts as an option to at least secure it from moving and also being able to put it on a wall of a cabinet free's up the floor for other things to store loosely and gets it out of the way and secures it from moving, scratches, etc. I can see one of these magnetic mounts for both the handgun and also magazines. Here are a few to consider, two of which I own but have not yet used.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07PWVGCNL/?tag=rvf01-20

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07WCMNDZB/?tag=rvf01-20

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01LXCJHKG/?tag=rvf01-20

 

[Joe Dutchstar]

I currently use magnet mounts to keep self defense tools close, quickly available, while out of sight. They are a handy method to position any self defense tool that can be held by a magnet. SaberSouth - Gun Magnet, Magnetic Pistol Holders, Gun Mount

 

[sheridany]

what do you do if you get pulled over and you don't have it locked up? In California that spells a world of hurt.

FOPA citation
The first and most common law that is often mentioned regarding the transportation of firearms is the 1986 Firearm Owners Protection Act (FOPA). Section 18 of this act is known as the safe passage act. In summary, what the FOPA provides is the ability for certain people (legal owners) to transport firearms from one state where they are allowed to possess that weapon, to another state in which they can legally possess it.

To legally transport a firearm in compliance with the FOPA, it should be unloaded and locked in a case, and not easily accessible to the occupants. The ammunition also needs to be locked in a separate case and not easily accessible.

 

[Neal]

Is a motorhome a vehicle or a house?

 

[sheridany]

referred to as a housecar in CA. The best thing is have a copy of this and use it for trip planning etc.


amazon

 

[MapNerd]

what do you do if you get pulled over and you don't have it locked up? In California that spells a world of hurt.

FOPA citation
The first and most common law that is often mentioned regarding the transportation of firearms is the 1986 Firearm Owners Protection Act (FOPA). Section 18 of this act is known as the safe passage act. In summary, what the FOPA provides is the ability for certain people (legal owners) to transport firearms from one state where they are allowed to possess that weapon, to another state in which they can legally possess it.

To legally transport a firearm in compliance with the FOPA, it should be unloaded and locked in a case, and not easily accessible to the occupants. The ammunition also needs to be locked in a separate case and not easily accessible.

I mean, are you really doing something that justifies not only getting pulled over, but getting your RV searched, which would be necessary for them to discover that a weapon were not stored in compliance with FOPA?

when traveling, I do keep my weapon within reach because you never know what situation you will find yourself in and I won’t place my family in a situation where I need to run to the back of the RV, get the case, unlock it, insert the mag and chamber a round. It’s too long.

I have a concealed carry permit from VA, and while not reciprocal everywhere, it’s one of the more widely accepted ones. I’ve considered getting a non-resident permit from another state as well to extend that privilege to other states as well.

When traveling, my weapon is stored in the cabinet above the driver, holstered, with a magazine inserted but no round chambered.
In the event I get pulled over, all of my paperwork is stored in the driver’s side pocket to my left, so that there’s no reason to open that cabinet and possibly reveal the weapon’s presence.

If I’ve done something to warrant an officer stepping into the coach and searching it, well things have really gone sideways.

 

[sheridany]

Nowadays I hear people being pulled over and being asked if they have firearms in the vehicle. It would not be wise to lie about it I would think. If you are lucky to even get a ccw in CA, you are supposed to disclose that you are carrying and you are supposed to wear a tag that Leo can see clearly. So the question is do you voluntarily disclose it or not especially if you don’t have a permit? I agree with @MapNerd that protecting himself and family is above everything providing you are knowledgeable what is what in every state.

 

[GlampDaddy]

Is a motorhome a vehicle or a house?

This was the topic of a lengthy conversation with a bunch of (off duty) game wardens in south Texas on a BBQ/beer night. The conclusions:

1. If it's rolling, it's a vehicle.
2. If it's parked, it's a house.
3. Motorhomes are generally too difficult to stop for minor stuff (safe place to pull over, can be dangerous to get the driver's attention, etc).
4. Open bottle of wine in the refrigerator - who really cares, can't reach it from the driver seat.
5. One person advocated that if the driver didn't have a gun, to issue one.

 

[ARD]

Is a motorhome a vehicle or a house?

From what I can see there is no castle doctrine in California so you better carry it as @sheridany quoted If traveling through CA.

 

[Buly]

Anywhere I go, my Browning and spare mag is in my KELTY chest bag with round chambered and safety on. I check with Legal Heat app the rules for CC in the state. I stay away from Dem run states like NJ, CA, NY etc .
If I have to store my gun unloaded behind 3 locks, and keep amo in a different zip code, why do you bother having one?
Do you think trouble will call you to make an appointment, so you get ready?
But again, everyone has their way of dealing with the self defense issues.

 

[TJ&LadyDi]

Anywhere I go, my Browning and spare mag is in my KELTY chest bag with round chambered and safety on. I check with Legal Heat app the rules for CC in the state. I stay away from Dem run states like NJ, CA, NY etc .
If I have to store my gun unloaded behind 3 locks, and keep amo in a different zip code, why do you bother having one?
Do you think trouble will call you to make an appointment, so you get ready?
But again, everyone has their way of dealing with the self defense issues.

While I agree, in theory, the problem is that if you have to use your firearm for self-defense, you are already in violation of the law. That means you will be arrested and charged. And, you will probably be convicted.

Now, the up side is that you may have protected yourself and family members; the down side is that you will most likely spend time in jail. It is a lousy situation, but it is what it is. "Hobson's Choice?"

When it comes to a choice between saving a life (maybe my own) or not violating the law, I know what I would choose. Either way, however, it will be a costly choice.

TJ

 

[Buly]

Neal,
You better check if the magnets will work with your Kimber. As far as I know Kimber has aluminum frame and stainless barrel and slide?.
Both not magnetic.

 

[Neal]

Neal,
You better check if the magnets will work with your Kimber. As far as I know Kimber has aluminum frame and stainless barrel and slide?.
Both not magnetic.

She's a small portion of the family

 

[NWIP]

Yes some states require that you disclose to LEO possession of a firearm and some do not. My position has been that I don’t disclose anything that is not required?. With both of our boys being LEO there have been many discussions reference my position as when on duty they want to know the presence of a firearm. They both work in States that it is not required to disclose. I also use the Legal Heat app

 

[Tjdave]

I have a gun magnet mounted on my doghouse/engine cover. F53. Loaded, and within easy reach. We travel in Wa State and Idaho where my CWP is legal.
Don't think we'll ever go to Commiefornia.
We now recognize an imaginary border wall, on the West side of the Cascade Mountains, that keeps us from venturing into the left side of the State.