Gun ownership carries with it a full-time responsibility for the weapon's safety and security. Firearm competency requires expert instruction and practice. Enroll in a certified firearm safety course. You are required by law to secure your firearm from theft and against misuse by children. Learn the laws regulating the use of firearms.
Local regulations differ, and laws in other states vary, so check with the applicable jurisdiction.
A gun owner residing in the same household as a minor must store the weapon in a manner that prevents discharge and must also store it so an unsupervised minor cannot get access to it. If a permittee is approached by a law enforcement officer, the permittee must disclose to the officer that he has a valid permit and is carrying a concealed handgun. He must then display the permit and proper ID upon the request of the officer. For further information about the Concealed Weapon Law, contact your local sheriff's office. The most important tool in crime prevention is your mind.