Stories of CC/OC on SEPTA

[volanova]

I've seen threads on the legality of carrying on SEPTA, but none that have highlighted any personal experiences while actually carrying.

Anyone have any stories from CC/OC on SEPTA? I take Regional Rail to work in the city every day, and carry semi-regularly, especially if there's a chance I'll need to work late or want to take something other than Regional Rail when I'm in the city. In fact, one of my reasons for finally getting a LTCF was the fact that the first time I took the Norristown High Speed Line/Market Frankford Line combo to get in to the city instead of Regional Rail, I was very much wishing I had it while I was waiting in 69th Street Station. Even outside of the shadier parts of the MFL/BSL, I for one have been glad I've been carrying when I've been waiting for RR trains in the city, especially at Market East, which tends to be covered up with bums, druggies and other disreputable sorts after dark. So much for the SEPTA PD doing anything proactive to protect riders. And after reading Soberbyker's post where the SEPTA PD replied stating that they preferred riders not carry, I admit that I'm mildly worried about harassment from them if they ever see me printing.

That being said, no one has noticed me printing with my S&W Model 36 in a pocket holster while dressed in business attire (yet), but I'm curious as to the experiences of other people when riding the trains, trolleys, subways or buses. Any stories/advice/warnings/etc.?

[lprgcFrank]

I recommend keeping it concealed if you get off the train in 30th st. Station. (old and long story) Other than that no issues riding regional rails.

[BenP]

It's been a while since I OCed on a SEPTA bus but the times I did, I had no problems.

[BenP]

I would stay out of 30th st station with a firearm since it is owned by Amtrack which is owned by the Federal Government.

[Metz]

I ride on SEPTA and CC every time. There's pretty much nothing, than I can add to it.

Oh, and did anyone mention to stay away from the 30th street station, since it belongs to feds thus off-limits?

[tl_3237]

I ride on SEPTA and CC every time. There's pretty much nothing, than I can add to it.

Oh, and did anyone mention to stay away from the 30th street station, since it belongs to feds thus off-limits?

I would stay out of 30th st station with a firearm since it is owned by Amtrack which is owned by the Federal Government.

FWIW Amtrak is a private corporation under 49 USC 24301. As such 30th street station would be private property and their having a no firearms policy is enforceable under the Pa trespass statute (18 Pa CS 3503) - initially as a summary offense. It is not Federal property.

[SAB215]

I'm pretty sure it only applies to Amtrak Trains at 30th St. I had considered carrying on an Amtrak train up to Lancaster, but went against it. Sometimes they make you check bags.

But, if I'm getting on/off Regional rail, the fuck does it matter?

"Sir, you can't get on our train with that."
"I'm not. Goodbye."

"Sir, you have to leave the station."
"Was already leaving."

[wew3]

...but I'm curious as to the experiences of other people when riding the trains, trolleys, subways or buses. Any stories/advice/warnings/etc.?

FWIW, I've ridden the West Trenton line numerous times without a problem while CC.

Bill

[soberbyker]

I recommend keeping it concealed if you get off the train in 30th st. Station. (old and long story) Other than that no issues riding regional rails.

http://forum.pafoa.org/general-2/269...ion-phila.html

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[rmodel65]

Ive ridden the r6 i think it was called to and from Norritown and Philly...and also from Philly to the Airport while carrying openly. I had a GA license(reciprocity) no one said anything but a couple college kids and i think i surprised them with my accent when i started speaking