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National Forests in Virginia: Open Carry Experiances?

Grapeshot

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one more time ;

i wonder if the cite MBRD cited was a old cite , since VA allows OP in parks now and the NF says it goes by state laws

The paper trail is as follows:

First, the primary laws governing possession of firearms and other weapons on National Forest are state laws.
http://www.fs.usda.gov/Internet/FSE_DOCUMENTS/stelprdb5066182.pdf

Then, Va. statute says carry only during certain hunting season in national forest:
http://leg1.state.va.us/cgi-bin/legp504.exe?000+reg+4VAC15-40-60

It shall be unlawful to possess or transport a loaded firearm or loaded crossbow in or on any vehicle at any time on National Forest lands or Department-owned lands. (See exception for valid concealed handgun permit holders).
http://www.dgif.virginia.gov/hunting/regulations/general.asp#concealed-handgun

As to whether the cite MBRD cited was a old cite or not would seem to be a moot point as it would be preempted by state law per the convoluted trail above and state preemption:
http://leg1.state.va.us/cgi-bin/legp504.exe?000+cod+15.2-915
 

papa bear

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thanks for the answer GRAPESHOT

so what it is saying is that the NF goes by state law, and the state law says no carry on NF land. even though the state says you can carry on park land?

do i have that right?
 
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