2nd Amendment and Right to Bear Arms/CCW in the workplace/work vehicle

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Expert: - 3/30/2011


Question
I am a contractor who works in a high crime area.  I have no "physical" office.  My van is my office.  Does Federal Law offer stricter protections for privacy/CCW for work vehicles than for private passenger vehicles?

Answer
Federal law does not generally regulate the carrying of loaded firearms in vehicles. The regulation of the carrying of handguns has been left to states, and in some cases, to localities within those states. Every state has its own laws regarding concealed carry. You would need to refine your inquiry to a specific state to determine whether or how it regulates guns in vehicles, and then see whether that state's laws treats a vehicle used as a mobile office any differently. Your question cannot be answered with any more specificity at this time.

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Robert P. Firriolo

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General constitutional (Second Amendment) and federal firearm law inquiries. New York State and New York City laws and regulations on firearms. Use of force in self-defense.

Experience

Practicing firearms law attorney, including representation of individuals, gun clubs, sportsmen's organizations, shooting ranges, and businesses. Over 20 years of grassroots activism, including involvement in campaigns and elections; writing and editing articles, letters, press-releases, policy papers, and op-ed columns; interaction with firearm regulatory agencies; former board member and current legal advisor to the board of sportsmen's and firearm civil rights organizations; pro-bono counsel on select firearms-related legal cases; debated leaders of the gun-control lobby on national television. Lecturer on lawful use of deadly physical force and crime prevention.

Education/Credentials
Attorney at law. Extensive practice, independent study and research in this field. NRA-certified firearms instructor (rifle, pistol, shotgun, home firearm safety, personal protection) and Chief Range Safety Officer.

Awards and Honors
Martindale-Hubbell "AV" Peer-Review Rating.

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