clairification carrying gun across Il.

jjkjr · September 11th, 2009, 02:48 PM

i am going from missouri to tenn.
i have at least i think i have looked but unable to find my answer.

the way i understand it... the FOID is for a resident of Ill.

nonresident does not have to have that so called FOID to transport across the state.
just have it locked in case
unloaded.

is this correct or am i missing something.... thanks for the help.

doctorw · September 11th, 2009, 02:57 PM

You have it right. The FOID enables Illinois residents to buy and sell firearms and ammo. It is not a permit to carry. However, you can purchase ammo in Illinois without a FOID card. You can just show them that you are not a resident of Illinois--you don't even have to show them your permit.

I keep my ammo and gun separated and locked up when going through Illinois. I have family who live in that state, so I cannot avoid going there.

When I go to Tennessee, I go through Missouri, Illinois, Kentucky, and then into Tennessee. As soon as I cross into Kentucky, I exercise my right to carry.

farronwolf · September 11th, 2009, 03:06 PM

I don't believe that it has to be locked in a case, just in a case with the case closed and the ammunition removed from the gun and separate.

jjkjr · September 11th, 2009, 03:35 PM

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Originally Posted by doctorw

You have it right. The FOID enables Illinois residents to buy and sell firearms and ammo. It is not a permit to carry. However, you can purchase ammo in Illinois without a FOID card. You can just show them that you are not a resident of Illinois--you don't even have to show them your permit.

I keep my ammo and gun separated and locked up when going through Illinois. I have family who live in that state, so I cannot avoid going there.

When I go to Tennessee, I go through Missouri, Illinois, Kentucky, and then into Tennessee. As soon as I cross into Kentucky, I exercise my right to carry.

yea when i go to nashville....... otherwise its different route when i go to memphis

gottabkiddin · September 11th, 2009, 04:02 PM

Man it must sux to live in Illinois or Wisconsin. To live under that kinda state control just don't make any sense in this day and age. For any state to deny your right to CC for self defense is ludicrous IMO.

barracudamagoo · September 11th, 2009, 04:19 PM

Drive fast and try not to stop for gas in that hole!

stlouiseman · September 11th, 2009, 04:28 PM

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Originally Posted by barracudamagoo

Drive fast and try not to stop for gas in that hole!

LOL!!!!!

barracudamagoo · September 11th, 2009, 04:51 PM

On a more serious note; yes, you are correct that you do not need the FOID card. The gun must be enclosed in case, you can keep ammunition in the case so long as the firearm is unloaded. I personally leave my ammo in a bag seperate from the case, because I don't take it out of the mag, and I don't want any problems. In addition, the glove box does not count as a locked case. I travel through IL to see family in KY, I lock the pistol in one of the car safes and keep the magazine in a bag or suitcase.

Check out these links for more info:

Firearm Owner's Frequently Asked Questions

720*ILCS*5/*Criminal Code of 1961.

Firearm Owner's Identification Information

RXtion · September 11th, 2009, 05:15 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by farronwolf

I don't believe that it has to be locked in a case, just in a case with the case closed and the ammunition removed from the gun and separate.

Correct!

Gun in an enclosed "container" so that no part of the gun is visible. A zip up gun bag is acceptable. Magazines may be loaded and the storage of them for transport is NOT regulated as long as they are not IN the gun. Loaded mags may be in the same container as the gun, just not in the gun.

Quote:

Originally Posted by gottabkiddin

Man it must sux to live in Illinois or Wisconsin. To live under that kinda state control just don't make any sense in this day and age. For any state to deny your right to CC for self defense is ludicrous IMO.

Yeah, it sucks pretty hard!

xsigma40cal · September 11th, 2009, 05:20 PM

I avoid Illannoying all together when I travel, but if you have to, better to unload and case it so you dont catch any heat.

September 11th, 2009, 02:48 PM	#1
jjkjr Member Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Missouri Posts: 209	clairification carrying gun across Il. i am going from missouri to tenn. i have at least i think i have looked but unable to find my answer. the way i understand it... the FOID is for a resident of Ill. nonresident does not have to have that so called FOID to transport across the state. just have it locked in case unloaded. is this correct or am i missing something.... thanks for the help. __________________ XD9sc Lugar LCP 380 NAA 22 mini mag w/holster grip S&W 38 model 10 NRA member

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farronwolf VIP Member Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Texas Posts: 2,625	I don't believe that it has to be locked in a case, just in a case with the case closed and the ammunition removed from the gun and separate. __________________ Just remember that shot placement is much more important with what you carry than how big a bang you get with each trigger pull.

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gottabkiddin Distinguished Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Earth, 33°46'18.21"N 84°23'21.87"W Posts: 1,365	Man it must sux to live in Illinois or Wisconsin. To live under that kinda state control just don't make any sense in this day and age. For any state to deny your right to CC for self defense is ludicrous IMO. __________________ When seconds count, a Cop is only minutes away. Never hit anyone in anger unless you're sure you can get away with it. "Russell Ziskey" Glock 36, Kahr CW9, Glock 23, Taurus 24 7 Pro DS, Ruger LCP, S&W 642...ect

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September 11th, 2009, 02:57 PM	#2
doctorw Member Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Missouri Posts: 182	You have it right. The FOID enables Illinois residents to buy and sell firearms and ammo. It is not a permit to carry. However, you can purchase ammo in Illinois without a FOID card. You can just show them that you are not a resident of Illinois--you don't even have to show them your permit. I keep my ammo and gun separated and locked up when going through Illinois. I have family who live in that state, so I cannot avoid going there. When I go to Tennessee, I go through Missouri, Illinois, Kentucky, and then into Tennessee. As soon as I cross into Kentucky, I exercise my right to carry.

September 11th, 2009, 04:51 PM	#8
barracudamagoo Member Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: St. Louis, MO Posts: 119	On a more serious note; yes, you are correct that you do not need the FOID card. The gun must be enclosed in case, you can keep ammunition in the case so long as the firearm is unloaded. I personally leave my ammo in a bag seperate from the case, because I don't take it out of the mag, and I don't want any problems. In addition, the glove box does not count as a locked case. I travel through IL to see family in KY, I lock the pistol in one of the car safes and keep the magazine in a bag or suitcase. Check out these links for more info: Firearm Owner's Frequently Asked Questions 720ILCS5/*Criminal Code of 1961. Firearm Owner's Identification Information

September 11th, 2009, 05:20 PM	#10
xsigma40cal Member Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: minnesota Posts: 32	I avoid Illannoying all together when I travel, but if you have to, better to unload and case it so you dont catch any heat.