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Something that could be relevant to the discussion, CCW means Carrying a Concealed Weapon, last I knew to law enforcement that's a felony. What you may have is a CPL, or Concealed Pistol License, which is a get out of jail free card.

If you tell a cop that you have a CCW, the immediate outcome could be a lot different than telling a cop that you have a CPL.
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Off the topic but the terms vary state to state. I do not have a CCW license or permit nor do I have a CPL license or permit. What I have here in Ohio is a CHL which is a Concealed Handgun License. Then too as of mid June the State of Ohio joins 20-something other states with Constitunal Carry whereas any resident, not under a gun disability may carry a firearm concealed. Ohio already has open carry with same rule, residents not under a gun disability. I am also not obligated to tell law enforcement during a traffic stop if I am carrying a concealed weapon. Terms and laws vary state to state.

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It applys to non residents as well
 
Something that could be relevant to the discussion, CCW means Carrying a Concealed Weapon, last I knew to law enforcement that's a felony. What you may have is a CPL, or Concealed Pistol License, which is a get out of jail free card.

If you tell a cop that you have a CCW, the immediate outcome could be a lot different than telling a cop that you have a CPL.

Off the topic but the terms vary state to state. I do not have a CCW license or permit nor do I have a CPL license or permit. What I have here in Ohio is a CHL which is a Concealed Handgun License. Then too as of mid June the State of Ohio joins 20-something other states with Constitunal Carry whereas any resident, not under a gun disability may carry a firearm concealed. Ohio already has open carry with same rule, residents not under a gun disability. I am also not obligated to tell law enforcement during a traffic stop if I am carrying a concealed weapon. Terms and laws vary state to state.

Ron

Entirely true. In Texas, the abbreviation is LTC, License To Carry.

The terminology varies between the states.

In California, it is correct to refer to "CCW" as being the form of the permit that allows for legal concealed carry. That "CCW" language is clearly communicated on the application form, and upon the permit. The terms "CHL" and "CPL" are not used. Please see the link: https://lasd.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/CCW_Application_BOF_4012_Rev.-08.2020.pdf
 
Something that could be relevant to the discussion, CCW means Carrying a Concealed Weapon, last I knew to law enforcement that's a felony. What you may have is a CPL, or Concealed Pistol License, which is a get out of jail free card.

If you tell a cop that you have a CCW, the immediate outcome could be a lot different than telling a cop that you have a CPL.

As noted here and in subsequent posts, states are not in line with each other when it comes to terminology, which in addition to an abundance of differing laws could get you in trouble.

In North Carolina the correct abbreviation is CHP or concealed handgun permit. The permit is associated with motor vehicle records so if a LEO runs your tag they already know that the registered owner may be carrying.

However by law “The person shall carry the permit together with valid identification whenever the person is carrying a concealed handgun, shall disclose to any law enforcement officer that the person holds a valid permit and is carrying a concealed handgun when approached or addressed by the officer, and shall display both the permit and the proper identification upon the request of a law enforcement officer”

Again, best your friend spends some time getting to know the various laws and terms of the states he is traveling through.
 
In NM you can carry any firearm loaded in your car, hidden or not. To carry on your person it has to be openly carried. No permit required for vehicle or open carry.To carry concealed you need a CCW license. There's info out there about reciprocity with different states. There are some places where you can't carry, like bars and schools, govt buildings and any place with a "no weapons" sign.
 
I haven't seen somebody mention this but in Arizona and NM in the northeast and northwest corners specifically, its the Najavo reservation. This is Federal land, and you cannot conceal carry through this. Guns have to be unloaded in the truck and ammunition in a separate container.
Do not keep any guns near the front of your vehicle within reach.
 
I haven't seen somebody mention this but in Arizona and NM in the northeast and northwest corners specifically, its the Najavo reservation. This is Federal land, and you cannot conceal carry through this. Guns have to be unloaded in the truck and ammunition in a separate container.
Do not keep any guns near the front of your vehicle within reach.

All I will say about this is, if you are traveling on a Federal, State or county roads it is legal if following laws for the state you are in; that property is a right-of-way owned by the respective government. Basically, true for all Indian lands throughout the USA. However, once you pull of the Fed, state, or county road onto a road owned and controlled by the respective tribe....you could lose your weapon if stopped. That's about all tribal police can do to a non-res resident. They could hold for federal authorities but MOST LIKELY won't. Just take you gun and escort you off the lands. And only way you can get it back is to sue, but the tribe, being their own gov't entity can refuse to be sued. Similar to many gov't agencies.

I currently carry through an Indian res quite often; however, I stay on the state highway.

When I lived in UT, I had a few Tribal police friends out of Monument valley. Navajo Tribal Code Title 17, Section 1451, prohibits the use of firearms. The Navajo nation understands that many of the people who travel to the reservation are traveling legally with handguns. When entering the res on one of their roads (possibly to take the 17 mile scenic road through the park) so unload, lock up and there will be no problem. (I am not speaking for the Navajo res, just understand their policies, requirements and wishes, and it is their land.)

And really in some states it is next to impossible not to go through a res. I-40 through OK is notorious for going in and out of reservations. Highway 163 goes right through Monument Valley; just don't pull off at Redlands Grill, regardless of how great the Fry Bread is! (And yes, it was the best!)

However, this is far from legal information and in fact, I have not been in SE UT or any res in UT, NM, AZ since approx. 2016, things do change in res laws/policies as they do at state/federal levels.

So if in doubt, just unload and lock up, call the res, contact the state AG or state Police, etc.However, it is most likely not required.

I know for my travels, I just continue to carry concealed through any of the reservations near where I live.
 
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