I was recently on a backpacking trip in the Uintas here in Utah, during which I was carrying my concealed handgun. My questions is whether the "Requirement to Notify Police Officer when Stopped" (found below) applies to forest rangers? And if so, under what circumstances?
For instance, while I was sitting by a lake with my handgun concealed under my shirt and my permit in my pocket, a ranger popped out of the trees and began the usual lecture to ensure I understood the newer regulations about campsite location, waste disposal, etc. Should I have informed him of my carry permit and the fact that I was carrying? Would this be considered a "stop" by a peace officer?
For instance, while I was sitting by a lake with my handgun concealed under my shirt and my permit in my pocket, a ranger popped out of the trees and began the usual lecture to ensure I understood the newer regulations about campsite location, waste disposal, etc. Should I have informed him of my carry permit and the fact that I was carrying? Would this be considered a "stop" by a peace officer?
R724-4-13 Requirement to Notify Peace Officer When Stopped.
When a concealed firearm permit holder or certificate of qualification holder is stopped for questioning by a peace officer based on reasonable suspicion in accordance with Section 77-7-15 and the holder has a concealed firearm in his/her possession, the holder shall immediately advise the peace officer that he/she is a lawful holder and has a concealed firearm in his/her possession.