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July 8, 2013, 03:39 PM | #1 |
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Flying into Chicago Midway Airport then renting a car
I'm scheduled to be flying into Chicago Midway airport, then will be renting a car and heading to the non-Chicago parts of Illinois, plus other states where I will be involved in shooting sports. My airline will, of course, allow the transport of a firearm in a locked hard case etc, under Federal law. So I expeect no problem getting into the airport.
But once I pick up my bag at the baggage claim in Chicago, assuming the firearm is still in the locked condition it was on the airplane (and remains so), can I transport it to the rental car agency, then drive out of Chicago environs and head to points south, without being in violation of the local Chicago rulz? (BTW, I searched the FL Forums for "Chicago Midway airport" and could only find posts on O'Hare airport.) |
July 8, 2013, 04:04 PM | #2 | |||
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Looks good to me.
It might be a good idea to hang on to your airline tickets, rental car receipt, and any receipts from gas stations or hotels outside of Cook County. From the Illinois State Police: Quote:
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From the Chicago Firearms Ordinance: Quote:
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July 8, 2013, 10:53 PM | #3 |
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Thanks very much, Stormy.
Your ability to marshal that useful set of facts about my question, and then effectively communicate them, is MUCH appreciated! Best, Nemo |
July 9, 2013, 06:19 AM | #4 |
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Given the antipathy that Chicago seems to have for guns and gun owners, I think it would probably be wise to print copies of the above-mentioned ordinances and have them with you while traveling through the city. While you may be technically within the law, I would not count on any given CPD officer to know the law well enough to prevent problems that might put a very serious damper on your trip.
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July 9, 2013, 11:48 AM | #5 |
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Maybe in the future, check into landing at another airport? Quad Cities, Peoria, Springfield, etc.
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July 9, 2013, 01:27 PM | #6 |
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Print it all and know it well and Don't expect Chicago Cops to know or care about the law.
A lawful FOID(Firearms Owner I.D. Card) holder and non Chicago resident was arrested earlier this year for UUW and not having a Chicago Firearms Permit.... The thing is he was legally transporting the weapon and a CFP is not required for non residents.....charges were dropped but I am sure it was a pain in the rear for the gun owner. Every now and then even in the suburbs you have police arresting people because they do not understand the law in regards to lawfully transporting a firearm in Illinois.
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July 9, 2013, 01:33 PM | #7 |
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Another problem...Midway is not in the "best" part of Chicago. By far not the worst, but I'd high tail it out of that part of the city. Been there, lived there, and glad I don't live there any more.
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July 9, 2013, 02:19 PM | #8 |
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The area around midway is just fine. No need for fearmongering.
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Google "Crown Town near Midway Airport" and the 68,000 new gang members that have made residence there. Then tell me it’s safe around Midway. |
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July 9, 2013, 03:49 PM | #10 |
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I've lived on the SW side for most of the last 3 years. I wouldn't recommend my sister walk around there at 3am, but telling someone to "high tail it out of that part of the city" is definitely fearmongering.
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July 9, 2013, 03:50 PM | #11 |
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Flying into Chicago Midway Airport then renting a car
The thread is about someone flying into Midway and just wanting to make sure he can legally transport his unloaded and cased firearm through the Chicago city limits. I would agree with what has already been said and have all the proof of your flight information, itinerary, rental car agreement, etc. Follow all traffic laws and you should have no concerns. Obviously if you get into an accident, then you can show the proof if required.
Have a safe trip. |
July 18, 2013, 10:38 PM | #12 |
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UPDATE: I took the trip, here's my data
I did fly into, and a bit later, out of, Midway Airport. I had my firearm locked in a hard case from Life Jacket inside my soft-sided suitcase.
On arrival, I just picked up my suitcase from the baggage claim, transported via shuttle bus to the rental car center, got my rental car and immediately high-tailed it to the south end of Lake Michigan and on into Indiana and Michigan, leaving my firearm in the suitcase until I entered Indiana. No problems anywhere, and since both Indiana and Michigan have CWP reciprocity with my home state, I felt very comfortable once out of Illinois. I was a bit more concerned about coming back into Illinois/Chicago/Midway and declaring a locked/cased firearm. But once again I had no problem other than the fact that the new-ish airline agent at the counter seemed unfamiliar with the process; she got help from another agent, I was soon on my way to the special TSA area for those declaring firearms. (that's a whole 'nuther story about "security theatre", but there was no problem getting it declared and checked through the TSA process.) Overall, recommend allowing an additional ten minutes at check-in, at any airport, not just Midway. Cost no extra time at the baggage claim on landing, as expected. Thanks everyone for offering your perspective and experiences! |
July 20, 2013, 12:28 PM | #13 |
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The area around Midway is most decidedly NOT DANGEROUS in comparison to many other parts of the city. I know many people have transported guns through O'Hare and Midway, but once in a while someone gets nabbed for UUW when no laws were violated. This also happens in NYC. You're rolling the dice.
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July 20, 2013, 01:55 PM | #14 |
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Sorry, what is UUW?
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Unlawful Use of a Weapon
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Basically carrying/using/improperly transporting anything that can be useful for self defense without a permit.
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July 22, 2013, 05:34 AM | #16 |
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I go Amtrak seeing how the unfriendly states have treated firearms owners in the past.
I know Amtrak a little slower and more expensive but you will not be in jail at the end of the trip. |
July 22, 2013, 09:33 AM | #17 | |
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Flying into Chicago Midway Airport then renting a car
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http://www.amtrak.com/firearms-in-checked-baggage |
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July 23, 2013, 07:35 AM | #18 |
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I live on. North side but Midway looks like a new airport compared to few years ago before the renovation from a 50s style drive up. Even tore down some project housing nearby. I have no problems going there for 15 years.
Chicago police can be rough at times and correct to know the law because they are more concerned with making busts of gangs and drugs than anything else. I have a foid card and would not even do what you did! |
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