We interpret #5 to mean people who have a carry license from that state. So, if you have a TX LTC, you are in the clear if you carry a firearm in a GFSZ (so long as you don't violate Texas law by going inside a building). But if you have a TX LTC and are visiting New Mexico (which recognizes TX LTC), you are not protected from GFSZA #5.Smokey613 wrote:If we read the exceptions:ScottDLS wrote:SCOTUS didn't rule on this, they just refused to hear the case from 2nd circuit letting that decision stand. The issue of Post Office parking lots is much less important than Federal GFSZA. I'm always surprised at the people who worry about leaving their gun in the car in PO parking lot, who will drive through a school zone with a loaded long gun in their trunk,
OR off duty LEO's who carry in schools, school zones, etc.
PO parking lot carry is a Federal "infraction" w/ max 30 days in jail and typically a small fine.
Carry in violation of Federal GFSZA is a federal felony with 10 years in prison and $250,000 fine.
** The Act`s prohibitions do not apply to:
1) firearms on private property (including homes used for home schooling);
2) unloaded firearms in a locked container or locked firearms rack in a motor vehicle;
3) unloaded firearms possessed while traversing school grounds to access hunting land;
4) entry authorized by the school;
5) persons licensed by state or local authorities; <<< How do we interpret this exception ??
6) individuals using a firearm in a school program;
7) law enforcement officers acting in an official capacity.
In most cities, it's nearly impossible to travel through the city without passing through multiple GFSZ's.