New to TN, new to forum!

[Capsaicin]

Hi everyone.  I'm a recent transplant from the DC Metro area (Fairfax, VA to be more specific - home of the NRA HQ).  The family and I recently moved to Spring Hill, TN in search of a less-political and more wholesome place to live.  We think we found a good area so far!

 

I'm not new to shooting but years ago sold off all my firearms.  I'm looking to buy a few so I'd like some suggestions on local stores.  I'd of course love some recommendations on ranges too.

 

I also have some questions regarding TN laws and firearm purchasing (i looked over the FAQ but didn't see any answers):

 

1)  What IDs do I have to present when purchasing from an FFL?

2)  Are private party transfers legal without using an FFL or paying a transfer fee (so long as both are residents of TN).

3)  Are there any transportation (of firearms) laws I should be aware of? (in VA it was very lax and guns could be transported loaded and not locked up - even just sitting on the dash of your car)

 

 

Thanks!

Edited September 24, 2014 by Capsaicin

[RED333]

Welcome

 

Hi everyone.  I'm a recent transplant from the DC Metro area (Fairfax, VA to be more specific - home of the NRA HQ).  The family and I recently moved to Spring Hill, TN in search of a less-political and more wholesome place to live.  We think we found a good area so far!

 

I'm not new to shooting but years ago sold off all my firearms.  I'm looking to buy a few so I'd like some suggestions on local stores.  I'd of course love some recommendations on ranges too.

 

I also have some questions regarding TN laws and firearm purchasing (i looked over the FAQ but didn't see any answers):

 

1)  What IDs do I have to present when purchasing from an FFL?

2)  Are private party transfers legal without using an FFL or paying a transfer fee (so long as both are residents of TN).

3)  Are there any transportation (of firearms) laws I should be aware of? (in VA it was very lax and guns could be transported loaded and not locked up - even just sitting on the dash of your car)

 

 

Thanks!

1) TN DL

2) Yes

3) Yes you can, I would not put it in the dash.

Be safe, firearm on the dash is not a good idea.( I know you are joking)

[DWARREN123]

Howdy and Welcome to TGO   :wave:

[Raoul]

Welcome to TN. Fairfax didn't used to be so bad. The last 25 years have been pretty ugly though.

[jhc77]

Welcome to the neighborhood. VA transplant myself. Edited September 24, 2014 by JHC77

[Fourtyfive]

Welcome

[Grand Torino]

Welcome to Tennessee and TGO. I have a feeling you'll be much happier here. :up:

[CatsEye]

Welcome to Tennessee and TGO.

[Capsaicin]

Thanks for the warm welcomes!

 

Regarding "dashboard carry", I was never brazen (stupid) enough to actually do it, but it was legal.  It was considered open carry (which didn't require a CCW in VA).  Is open carry legal in TN?

[jhc77]

Thanks for the warm welcomes!

Regarding "dashboard carry", I was never brazen (stupid) enough to actually do it, but it was legal. It was considered open carry (which didn't require a CCW in VA). Is open carry legal in TN?

On your own property or with a HCP elsewhere.

[Capsaicin]

Welcome to TN. Fairfax didn't used to be so bad. The last 25 years have been pretty ugly though.

 

I lived in Fairfax/Loudoun counties for 33 years and did all my schooling there too so I have definitely seen the downhill change.