Transporting Firearms by Car from Florida to Arizona
Question: I am a resident of floria, but will be relocating to Arizona. I have CCW permits in several states, Fla, Utah, etc. I do not have a permit specific to Arizona, yet. I expect to drive from
Florida to Arizona in two weeks.
I have a 12 gauge Trap gun, 2 kimber 45 caliber pistols, 1 FN Five Seven and 1 Walther PPS. I will carry either the Kimber or Walther as my concealed firearm. I also have approximately 800 rounds of 45 cal and about 400 rounds of 12 gauge.
What do you recommend beyond ammo stored in locked ammo cases, and guns cased and locked?
Answer: Sounds you have a nice collection of firearms. As far as transporting the guns, cased and unloaded will be fine for all states that you are traveling through. There is a federal law on the books that permits you to transport in that condition, even though you might be going through a state that has more restrictive local firearms laws. As far a concealed carry during your travels, your Florida permit should be adequate assuming a southern route through Mississippi, Alabama, Louisiana, Arkansas, Texas, New Mexico and Arizona. All those states recognize the Florida permit.
Once you become an Arizona resident, you will need to get an Arizona permit. Usually the thing that puts you in that situation is getting an Arizona driver license and plates. Arizona permits non-residents to carry on an out-of-state permit, but if you are a resident, they want you to have an Arizona permit.
I hope you’ll consider taking a look at our CCW classes when the time comes. We give one of the best in the state…