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September 2nd, 2010, 01:51 PM #1
YES, LTCF allows carry of semi-auto handguns, for self defense, while hunting in PA.
This question gets asked about every other week, so I figure it deserves it's own sticky thread.....
Since 2007 you are permitted to carry a handgun (semi or revolver) that would otherwise not belegal to take game with during that season provided:
a) you have an LTCF
~and~
b) the sidearm is only carried and used for self defense.
From 2007 PGC Digest:
http://www.pgc.state.pa.us/pgc/lib/p...07/updates.pdf
A LTCF authorizes only "firearms" as defined by SS6102 of the UFA.
I quote the definition below. Essentially it includes handguns, short barreled rifles short barreled shotguns and some AOW's
REF: http://paopencarry.org/law/ufa.html#6102
10/5/2010 EDIT:
Here is the actual code, as currently hosted on the PGC we site:
Sec. 2525. Possession of firearm for protection of self or others.
(a) General rule.—It is lawful for a law enforcement officer or any person who possesses a valid license to carry a firearm issued under 18 Pa C.S. Section 6109 (relating to licenses) to be in possession of a loaded or unloaded firearm while engaged in any activity regulated by this title.
(b) Construction.
....(1) This section shall supersede any prohibition on the possession of firearms or ammunition contained in any other provision of this title.
....(2) This subsection shall not be construed to permit the hunting or harvesting of any wildlife with a firearm or ammunition not otherwise permitted by this title.
(c) Definitions.—As used in this section, the following words and phrases shall have the meanings given to them in this subsection:
"Firearm." As defined in 18 Pa C.S. §6102 (relating to definitions).
"Law enforcement officer." As defined in 18 Pa C.S. §6102 (relating to definitions).Last edited by Pa. Patriot; October 5th, 2010 at 04:36 PM.
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danbus wrote: ...Like I said before, I open carry because you don't, I fight for all my rights because
you won't, I will not sit with my thumb up my bum and complain, because you will.
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