I cant recall if I have asked this already....


I start a job Monday in Richmond, Va.  What are the gun restrictions concerning carrying one in your vehicle?  In NC you are supposed to have the firearm in view....but, I never do...and I've never had a problem when pulled and I told the LEO I had a gun when the LEO asked...

Are the LEO's in Va easy going or should I go "by the book"?

You better go by the book ESPECIALLY if you're not a Virginia resident.

Hillybilly -

Welcome to Virginia!  I take it you're setting up permanent residence here?  I'm sure we'll meet later this year if so.  

The best place to find out about firearm laws is [url]http://www.packing.org[/url].  To give you a brief summary, Virginia is open carry for handguns.  This means a handgun can be loaded and "on or about your person" legally as long as an LEO can plainly see it ("not hidden from view" means 100% of the firearm is visible, with the exception of a holster).  Packing.org states an unlocked glovebox is okay, but I would lock it if you don't have a permit.  Long-guns should be unloaded and securly wrapped while being transported.  A Virginia concealed carry permit is very easy to get (depending on your background, etc.).  Let me know if you need training - I'm an NRA instructor in Richmond.  

LEO's in Virginia are typically very easy to get along with.  Richmond cops are a little more uptight, as they tend to perceive anybody with a gun in the city as a problem.  I've carried there for ~10 years now and not had a problem, though.  As in NC, state troopers are always a little gung-ho.  I imagine you'll be pleasantly surprised after living in NC, though.

Best of luck!

    Black Fox