Tennessee Gun Laws & Firearms Safety Practice Exam

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Can a person carry a handgun in a vehicle without a Handgun Carry Permit in Tennessee?

  1. Yes, if the gun is unloaded and stored in a locked container

  2. Yes, but only in the glove compartment or console

  3. No

  4. Yes, if the gun is not openly visible to the public

The correct answer is: Yes, if the gun is not openly visible to the public

Explanation According to Tennessee law, it is legal to carry a handgun in a vehicle without a Handgun Carry Permit as long as the gun is not openly visible to the public. Option A is incorrect because the gun does not have to be unloaded or stored in a locked container. Option B is incorrect because the gun can be carried or stored anywhere in the vehicle, not just in the glove compartment or console. Option C is incorrect because it is actually legal to carry a handgun in a vehicle with certain restrictions.