Oklahoma Gun Laws & Firearms Safety Practice Exam

Is it legal to openly carry a loaded firearm in your vehicle without a handgun license in Oklahoma?

1. Yes, without any restrictions

2. No, it is always illegal

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

4. Yes, but the firearm must be in plain view

The correct answer is: Yes, but only in the glove compartment or console

The correct response affirms that in Oklahoma, there are specific regulations regarding how firearms can be transported in a vehicle. Open carry laws in the state permit individuals without a handgun license to openly carry a firearm in their vehicle. However, the law stipulates that a loaded firearm must be positioned in a manner that meets certain criteria—typically that it should not be concealed from view. Choice C inaccurately narrows the legality to just being in the glove compartment or console. In fact, individuals can legally carry a loaded firearm in a vehicle, but it does not strictly have to be confined to those compartments. Instead, the firearm needs to be accessible and in plain view, which aligns with the state's open carry regulations. This means that while it is permissible to have firearms in more concealed areas, they must not be concealed if one is carrying openly. Therefore, recognizing that there are no restrictions against having it displayed openly—provided it isn’t completely hidden—is essential for understanding the practical application of Oklahoma's gun laws in a vehicle setting.