I have a permit to carry a concealed handgun that is issued by the state of Virginia. It is recognized in all the states on the way to Alabama, but not recognized in Alabama. I am planning a visit to a friend in Alabama. So what I'm trying to figure out is if I unload my handgun, and put it in a case in the back cargo section of my SUV before entering into Alabama, if I am in violation of their firearms law.
HREF
Would my visit with a friend at their home be construed as being covered under the exception "from one place of abode or business to another" ? The law doesn't say "permanent abode" so is it OK to transport your unloaded, cased handgun for a visit to an abode in Alabama?Section 13A-11-74
License to carry pistol in vehicle or concealed on person --Exceptions.
...any person permitted by law to possess a pistol while carrying it
unloaded in a secure wrapper, from the place of purchase to his home or place of business, or to
or from a place of repair or in moving from one place of abode or business to another.
Any Alabama residents here? Comments from resident attys?
Thanks,
Lee