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Alabama Transporting Firearms Laws (2026)
Permitted: Alabama hasn't required a permit to carry a loaded handgun in a private vehicle since January 1, 2023.
Alabama hasn't required a permit to carry a loaded handgun in a private vehicle since January 1, 2023. Don't touch the handgun during a stop unless the officer directs you to.
Official source: alabamaag.gov →
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Transporting Firearms in states bordering Alabama
The same rule in each neighboring state LawLert has verified, from that state’s own official source.
- FloridaConditional
Anyone 18 or older who lawfully possesses a handgun may keep it in a private vehicle if it is securely encased (glove compartment, snapped holster, gun case, or closed box or container) or otherwise not readily accessible for immediate use. Under this rule it may not be carried on your person. Carriers aged 21 or older who qualify for permitless or licensed concealed carry may carry it concealed on their person instead.
Verified Oct 12, 2026 · Source: m.flsenate.gov · Full Florida rule →
- GeorgiaPermitted
You do not need a license to have a handgun in your own vehicle if you are not legally barred from having one. A lawful weapons carrier may transport a handgun or long gun in any private passenger vehicle. A property owner can generally bar weapons on private property, but Georgia law makes exceptions, such as some employer parking lots, so check before relying on this.
Verified Oct 12, 2026 · Source: georgia.gov · Full Georgia rule →
- MississippiPermitted
Mississippi doesn't require a permit: anyone 18 or older may carry a concealed handgun within a motor vehicle anywhere in the state.
Verified May 31, 2026 · Source: driverservicebureau.dps.ms.gov · Full Mississippi rule →
- TennesseePermitted
In Tennessee, anyone who is not prohibited may carry or keep a loaded handgun anywhere in a privately owned vehicle, without a permit.
Verified May 31, 2026 · Source: tn.gov · Full Tennessee rule →
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