Securing Firearms in Your Vehicle is Just Common Sense

By Jenn Jacques

One thing I hear a lot when I advocate for securing firearms in vehicles is the knee-jerk reaction of, “Well if I’m in my car and someone attacks me, how am I supposed to defend myself if my gun is locked up?”

Brilliant, but that’s not what anyone is advocating for. Think about it, we’ve all been there: You’re carrying concealed and, whether it’s your daughter’s school play or entering an airport to pick up a loved one, there are places where we are not allowed to carry. When that happens, what do people do? Put their firearms in the trunk or the glove compartment where criminals can simply smash and grab them.

In an effort to curb criminals’ easy access to firearms, one Florida sheriff is reminding gun owners to lock their vehicles and when they’re able, to bring guns inside when exiting their vehicle.

“Not only are you creating an issue for an officer who has to come and write a report because you left your car unlocked, but you may have contributed to violent crime in our community,” Jacksonville Sheriff Mike Williams said.

“The person who stole that gun is going to sell it, trade it or get rid of …Read the Rest

Source:: Bearing Arms