North Carolina Concealed Handgun Permit (CHP) Practice Exam

When transporting a handgun in a vehicle without a Concealed Handgun Permit in North Carolina, the firearm must be:

1. Loaded and within easy reach

2. Unloaded and locked in the glove compartment

3. Unloaded and in a locked container other than the glove compartment or console

4. None of the above

The correct answer is: Unloaded and in a locked container other than the glove compartment or console

When transporting a handgun in a vehicle without a Concealed Handgun Permit in North Carolina, it is crucial to follow the state's regulations to ensure safety and compliance with the law. The correct answer is "C. Unloaded and in a locked container other than the glove compartment or console" because North Carolina law requires that a handgun must be unloaded and stored in a closed container other than the glove compartment or console while being transported in a vehicle without a Concealed Handgun Permit. Options A and B are incorrect because leaving a handgun loaded or easily accessible in a vehicle can pose serious safety risks and is not permitted by North Carolina law. Option D is incorrect as well because there are specific requirements that need to be followed when transporting a handgun without a Concealed Handgun Permit, as outlined in the correct answer choice.