[HowardZ]

Just my opinion (not the law)

If transporting a firearm in a firearms unfriendly state, do it in a legal way, yet the least threatening manner to the police.
Do not assume police there are your friend.

Unloaded, unassembled, in gun case, locked in trunk.

Even better, drive around Illinois to avoid the state.

Just my opinion.

 

[fg17]

I've never been to the Eastern states, but there's some serious paranoia in this thread.🤣

 

[Ookster]

First of all - don't believe those who don't know IL law. From a lot of the responses you've gotten it's very obvious that is alot of those who have responded.
Second - Stop believing internet rumors. They're spread by those who couldn't find IL on a map and definitely know nothing about IL law.
Here's IL law for out of state CCW holders. If you have a valid CCW from your home state then you can legally transport your loaded firearm in IL. You can have it in your vehicle, loaded, uncased, or on your person. However when you leave your vehicle unattended the firearm must be left in a locked vehicle. It does not have to be unloaded or in a locked case, just in the locked vehicle.
Here's the IL statute. 430 ILCS 66/40(e)

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(e) Nothing in this Act shall prohibit a non-resident from transporting a concealed firearm within his or her vehicle in Illinois, if the concealed firearm remains within his or her vehicle and the non-resident: (1) is not prohibited from owning or possessing a

​ firearm under federal law;

(2) is eligible to carry a firearm in public under

​ the laws of his or her state or territory of residence, as evidenced by the possession of a concealed carry license or permit issued by his or her state of residence, if applicable; and

(3) is not in possession of a license under this Act. If the non-resident leaves his or her vehicle unattended, he or she shall store the firearm within a locked vehicle or locked container within the vehicle in accordance with subsection (b) of Section 65 of this Act.

This.

My family has to drive through the People's Republic of Illinois a couple times a year to see the in-laws, going from Cincinnati, OH to Milwaukee, WI. So we just drive the loop around Chicago and are in the state for maybe an hour. It sucks but there's really no other route to get there.

We're very careful drivers anyways, but are even more hyper vigilant about speed limits, turn signals, etc, when in IL. No stopping for bathroom breaks or their absurdly expensive gas. We just get through as quickly as possible. Per their state statute, I keep my ccw on me in the car and also have my OH license with me always.

So far no issues, but I always breathe a little easier when we're no longer in that communist hole!

 

[HowardZ]

I've never been to the Eastern states, but there's some serious paranoia in this thread.🤣

Yes, I live in an unfriendly state.
When I transport an AR to a shooting range, upper is removed from lower, then in rifle case, then in car trunk.

Legally, I don't need to go this far, but I don't live in Florida.

 

[Tvov]

.....
I know or have heard that IL is not friendly to out of state gun possession. My record is spotless, don’t speed, don’t plan on any sort of stays, yet I’m wondering if it’s worth risking it. Alternate routes are not a consideration. Thoughts?

I wouldn't worry about "risking it", just do it according to the law.

Around New England, Massachusetts is the state to be careful of when transporting from state to state.

Years ago when a friend got a hunting cabin in Vermont, we were going there regularly - from Connecticut traveling through Massachusetts to Vermont. I asked about that here on GT, and was provided and looked up myself the law regarding transporting firearms. I locked everything up properly and even brought copies of the state law with me ... but, as mentioned in other posts, I wasn't planning on getting into a legislative argument with troopers on the side of the road!.

I've never had a problem.

But I only have 50% experience - because I've never been pulled over by Mass troopers. I drive with traffic, and don't plan on any extra stops.

Short version of Mass transport laws:
Q: I am a resident of another state, but do not have a Massachusetts non-resident LTC. Can I travel through the state with my firearm?
A: Yes. Under federal law (Title 18 US Code, chapter 44, Section 926A), you may transport a firearm interstate provided that you may lawfully carry in the state of origin and in the state of destination. It further requires that the weapon be unloaded and secured in a separate compartment. Massachusetts law also further provides an exception for the transportation of rifles and shotguns in or through the Commonwealth, provided the weapon is unloaded and in a locked container.

Firearms License Frequently Asked Questions

This is a list of firearms related frequently asked questions.

www.mass.gov

The reason why I'm going a bit deeper into Mass transport law is because since the last time I looked it looks like they changed things a little bit and made transport a little easier. Used to be that yes, you could transport with everything locked up, but also your destination was supposed to be a competition, hunting, or shooting range. I guess you couldn't just go up to a friend's Vermont cabin to visit, even if not shooting, with firearms. So.... everyone's "Vermont cabin" had a "shooting range" behind it! lol

So take a look at the Illinois laws, and transport legally. You will be fine.

 

[isp2605]

Talk about lack of knowledge, you stated that you need a CCW to transport a firearm across Illinois but that is not the case at all. Take your own advice and get informed please.

The method of firearm transport I described is even good in California, no 'ccw needed', as you claim.

Well I am more informed about IL law. Your answer makes that obvious. I gave the applicable IL statute which was what the OP asked.
IL law allows a traveler with a CCW from their home state to carry a loaded firearm in their vehicle.
I know it may be difficult for some people who lack reading comprehension abilities but please take your time to read before posting so you wont embarrass yourself.
He didnt ask about CA. The question is about transporting thru
It's clear you don't have a clue. No need you digging your hole deeper. Your lack of knowledge was very obvious.

 

[Z71bill]

Wife and I went to a wedding in Cape Girardeau Missouri.

Had some time to kill so we decided to take a drive and see what we could see.

Ended up going across Bill Emerson Memorial bridge - and seeing a sign that said "WELCOME TO ILLINOIS"

Well when I travel I usually carry some guns - and this trip was no exception.

I think my trip to Illinois may have been the shortest in history - across the bridge U - TURN back across the bridge.

 

[HowardZ]

I remember shooting with a marine at the gun club.
He told me this story.

A friend of his lives in Washington DC, but keeps all his firearms in Virginia. He had an argument with girlfriend, and police came. Police searched his home and found 1 spent brass shell. He was arrested and went to jail for possession of unregistered ammunition (or ammunition components).

Moral of the story: Don't drive through Washington DC unless you are absolutely positive you don't have even 1 round of ammunition or 1 spent shell.

Laws may have changed since then.
But I recommend being very careful in anti-gun territory.

 

[Tvov]

Another interesting thing about transporting through Mass... a few friends, who all have hunting cabins north of Mass, had no idea that they could legally transport firearms. They would "hide" their guns and ammo all over their vehicles. These are experienced shooters / hunters, but they were just going by the "laws" as invented by guys sitting around the table at the gun clubs.

When I printed out the applicable laws and sent them to the guys, they were all surprised at the "revelations".

 

[FTMFXR]

I've never been to the Eastern states, but there's some serious paranoia in this thread.🤣

Would you like to explain?

 

[Tvov]

Would you like to explain?

He's probably just not used to having to look up firearms laws every time he crosses a state line or just leaves his house.

It is something I do when bringing a firearm outside of my well known areas of Connecticut.

 

[Doc Holliday]

Well I am more informed about IL law. Your answer makes that obvious. I gave the applicable IL statute which was what the OP asked.
IL law allows a traveler with a CCW from their home state to carry a loaded firearm in their vehicle.
I know it may be difficult for some people who lack reading comprehension abilities but please take your time to read before posting so you wont embarrass yourself.
He didnt ask about CA. The question is about transporting thru
It's clear you don't have a clue. No need you digging your hole deeper. Your lack of knowledge was very obvious.

Thanks for posting that and showing the entire world you don't have a clue what you're talking about. Don't even try to back pedal out of it now.

 

[Gman3101]

Thanks for posting that and showing the entire world you don't have a clue what you're talking about. Don't even try to back pedal out of it now.

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It would appear he has a very good grasp on the laws he’s cited.

I would recommend that you read the relevant Illinois law, it supports what he has said.

 

[isp2605]

Thanks for posting that and showing the entire world you don't have a clue what you're talking about. Don't even try to back pedal out of it now.

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The question was about transporting in IL. Obviously you don't know the answer about IL.
I gave the IL statute.
Your lack of reading comprehension is pretty sad.
Trying to impress others by what you think is intelligence prove otherwise. You're better off just admitting you don't know the answer to the OP's question.
To the OP - when I wrote "First of all - don't believe those who don't know IL law. From a lot of the responses you've gotten it's very obvious that is alot of those who have responded." Doc Holliday is a perfect example. He doesn't have a clue about IL law.

 

[FTMFXR]

Thanks for posting that and showing the entire world you don't have a clue what you're talking about. Don't even try to back pedal out of it now.

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Considering the seriousness of transporting a firearm in some of these extremely gun rights hostile states could you please show the correct answer. It would be exceptionally helpful to the community.

 

[DocCasualty]

Read this

Illinois state police brochure on transporting firearms. #4

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Interesting. I have never heard that before. Looks like it just became law in 2021.

First of all - don't believe those who don't know IL law. From a lot of the responses you've gotten it's very obvious that is alot of those who have responded.
Second - Stop believing internet rumors. They're spread by those who couldn't find IL on a map and definitely know nothing about IL law.
Here's IL law for out of state CCW holders. If you have a valid CCW from your home state then you can legally transport your loaded firearm in IL. You can have it in your vehicle, loaded, uncased, or on your person. However when you leave your vehicle unattended the firearm must be left in a locked vehicle. It does not have to be unloaded or in a locked case, just in the locked vehicle.
Here's the IL statute. 430 ILCS 66/40(e)

​

(e) Nothing in this Act shall prohibit a non-resident from transporting a concealed firearm within his or her vehicle in Illinois, if the concealed firearm remains within his or her vehicle and the non-resident: (1) is not prohibited from owning or possessing a

​ firearm under federal law;

(2) is eligible to carry a firearm in public under

​ the laws of his or her state or territory of residence, as evidenced by the possession of a concealed carry license or permit issued by his or her state of residence, if applicable; and

(3) is not in possession of a license under this Act. If the non-resident leaves his or her vehicle unattended, he or she shall store the firearm within a locked vehicle or locked container within the vehicle in accordance with subsection (b) of Section 65 of this Act.

First, thanks to the above posters (and anybody else I missed) for clarifying what is current IL law in this regard. The last time I looked at this was apparently outdated info, maybe USA Carry site? This vastly simplified my first question of whether I’m traveling with my EDC and how, and this is much simpler and safer IMO than loading/unloading while entering/leaving IL State lines. Now I will spend some reviewing IN and IA CCW laws where I do have reciprocity.

Appreciate everybody’s input.

 

[Gman3101]

Considering the seriousness of transporting a firearm in some of these extremely gun rights hostile states could you please show the correct answer. It would be exceptionally helpful to the community.

I would also like to know the correct answer too, since he is basically saying it hasn't been given here.

 

[Redeemed]

I was stopped by a county Sheriffs Deputy for speeding in Illinois. (Deserved) after asking if I had a firearm (affirmative) he asked where was it. I told him. His response was “if you don’t pull yours I won’t pull mine. Deal?” I of course agreed. Just my experience. May not happen in every interaction.

 

[Doc Holliday]

Obviously you don't know
Your lack of reading comprehension is pretty sad.
you don't know the answer
He doesn't have a clue about IL law.

Desperate, pathetic attempts from somone drowning in his own disinformation, trying frantically to win a discussion not with reason or facts, but by simply and groundlessly attacking the other person. I'm a former resident of Illinois and FOID Card holder, so I know what I'm talking about...again, you are completely clueless as to my firsthand in-depth expertise knowledge of the matter, but I'll try to forgive your intellectual shortcomings.

I've already answered the question by explaining a particular type of firearm transport that is acceptable. Asked and answered. If I say the sun will rise tomorrow, some in here would argue the fact from the highest mountaintop, just for the sake of arguing and causing dissension, ie; trolling.

 

[MarkCO]

Mod Note: Quit the personal attacks. State your assertion and back it up or keep your opinions to yourself. When dealing with law, that is not a hard thing to do. Some members have been warned, and it is valuable for folks to gain knowledge, so it is staying open and nothing removed.