Hey Guys,

I'm heading down to Gonzales tonight to see my parents.  Traveling with the wife and baby and as usual i'll be carrying.  I know LA doesnt have reciprocity with Al, but according to packing.org there is no law that forbids me from carrying a loaded gun in the car.

So, do any of you know if this is accurate.  Can I keep the pistol handy so long as I'm not waking around with it?

Thanks

LWC

Really depends on the LEO. You can have a loaded firearm in the vehicle for protection. If you get pulled over, I would not volunteer this info unless the officer makes a move to look in your vehicle or asks to search it. Then I would tell him in a courteous manner that you have a loaded firearm for protection of you and your family. Of course the fact that you have a CCW (assumed) will carry some weight. Unless you are being an ass, they will not mess with you. The State Police are a good bunch of professionals. It' the local deputy dogs in the small towns that you have to worry about. All in all, this is just my opinions.

In Louisiana "the Pearl River ruling" stated that "your automobile is an extension of your domicile."  You may have a loaded or unloaded firearm in the trunk, under the seat, on the seat, in the glovebox, console, whatever.  You have the same rights to a firearm for protection in your car, truck, camper or motorhome as you do in your main residence.

Plus, you can shoot carjackers, which would be difficult without a loaded accessable weapon.