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Can a person with a Tennessee gun permit carry a gun in a bank?
Yes, it is legal to carry a gun in a bank in Tennessee as long as you have a carry permit. In TN however, any business can choose to post a sign banning handguns on they property, and a few banks have done that.
Can you travel from Houston to Tennessee with a gun?
It depends on what you mean. If you have a permit to carry a gun, you can carry in Tennessee (TN recognizes permits from any state). If you are talking about transporting the gun, you can transport a gun basically anywhere in the U.S. without a permit as long as the gun is unloaded and not accessible.
Can you travel by car from Houston to Tennessee with a gun?
It depends on what you mean. If you have a permit to carry a gun, you can carry in Tennessee (TN recognizes permits from any state). If you are talking about transporting the gun, you can transport a gun basically anywhere in the U.S. without a permit as long as the gun is unloaded and not accessible.
What is the difference between a gun permit and a gun license in tennessee?
It depends. Some, but only a few, states in the U.S. require a license to purchase a gun. A gun permit normally refers to a permit allowing you to carry the gun on your person in public. Some people use the terms interchangeably, but each state calls the gun permit something different. In Tennessee, it is called a "Handgun Carry Permit." In Florida, it is a "Weapons Permit."
Is Florida allowing tn handgun holders to carry unconcealed handgun?
No. In Florida, you must have the gun concealed. There is not an exception for Tennessee residents.
Can you carry a gun with out a permit in TN?
No. You must have a permit to carry a firearm in Tennessee. You must attend an 8 hour handgun course approved by the state. Then apply for the permit at a full service motor vehicle office. The cost is $115.00
Can you carry a black powder handgun in Tn?
If you have a handgun carry permit, definitely. The handgun carry permit covers "any handgun that you legally own or posses."
Can you carry a handgun in a state park in Tennessee?
Probably not. Most states do not have reciprocation when it comes to carrying weapons. You could check with the Tennessee Department of State. Include your full name and the number from your Concealed Weapon Permit. Yes you can. Actually, the opposite is true. Most states DO recognize at least some other states' permits. Tennessee recognizes permits from any state, as do several other states. See the related link for more information.
What happens if you get caught without handgun license?
It depends on what you mean. You don't have to have a license to own a gun in the U.S. except in one or two states. To carry the gun concealed on your person, in most states, you must have a permit, but not in all states. In some states, you must have a permit to carry it unconcealed on your person, but not all. If you get caught carrying a gun without a permit when it is required, it depends on that state's law. For instance, in TN, it can be a felony or a misdemeanor, depending on what you are charged with. You can be charged with carrying an illegal weapon, which can be a misdemeanor, or intent to go armed, which is a felony.
How much jail time can you do in tn if you don't have a gun permit and you have a gun?
It depends on what the charge is. There are two basic charges that are normally applied in that instance, Intent to go armed or illegal carrying of a weapon. One is a felony which carries at least 1 year sentence, the other is a misdemeanor, which will carry less than a year.
Do you need to have a permit in order to carry an exposed handgun?
It depends on where you are. Each state makes its own laws. For instance, Tennessee issues a handgun carry permit that is only good for handguns. It does not cover other weapons, but you can carry some other weapons besides guns even without the permit. Once you have a TN permit, you can carry any handgun you own, and it can be open carry or concealed.
With a gun permit can you carry your gun with you to another state?
No you cannot. I have a carry permit to carry in PA. However, if I were to carry it in NJ and got caught I would be in a world of trouble. Actually, that is only partially correct. It is true that New Jersey doesn't recognize any other states' permits, however, almost every other state does. With a TN permit, I can carry legally in 38 or 39 states. Each state is different though. A state that recognizes Tennessee's permit may not recognize some other state's permit.
