Philadelphia Travel

[JoeyBimmer]

I'm going to be in downtown Philly for business all next week. I have a MD W&C and a PA permit.

I searched here but haven't hit the internet quite yet, but what places are prohibited in Philly? The place I'm doing business probably won't allow it, but I'm not sure what I'm doing each evening, so I wanted to be aware of what's a go or no go up there.

Thanks in advance.

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[gamer_jim]

In the words of Joe Biden: Don't.

But if you have to read this:

https://handgunlaw.us/states/pennsylvania.pdf

 

[sino26]

I went to an event at the Convention Center last month. Carry was not prohibited by law but event security banned firearms inside. You had to pass through Evolv scanners on the way in. It's easier to navigate carrying in PA than MD but you might want to check policies of where you know you will be.

 

[85MikeTPI]

And given that even the most seasoned driver in Philly ends up on the wrong road headed into NJ, you're better off not bringing anything with you, permit or not.

 

[Coehorn]

Contact law enforcement personnel in Philly and ask them.

 

[BurkeM]

I searched here but haven't hit the internet quite yet, but what places are prohibited in Philly?

They sound incredibly strict:

PHILADELPHIA CODE

(bad info deleted)

 

[alucard0822]

It is your right, I carry in Philly every time I go, and just have to be aware of the state and federal rules as both can come into play. There is a lot of cool stuff in Philly, and many areas are very safe, but it's a city, stuff does happen, and it's your right to defend yourself.

As far as PA law, relatively simple, court houses, schools, no requirement to disclose to LEO, "no weapons" signs mean nothing.

That being said, if a place has a sign, you can ignore it, if they have scanners, have a choice to go back to your car and leave, or stash it.

FEDERAL carry laws can come into play in some of the historical places. Carry in parks is aligned with state law, basically OK in PA. Carry on federal property, and in federal buildings generally is not OK. They usually have a sign marking a "federal building" which can be anything from a landmark like independence hall to a tiny booth.

Philly PD can be incredible A-holes about exercising your rights, so definitely read up on the law, and know your rights. It can take some research to tell what is "failing to consent to a search without cause", and what could be an unlawful act. They are bound by the PA uniform code, and there is state pre-emption, Philly doesn't like it, and occasionally passes BS in violation of the law, but things are generally decent now being they were targeted by a few pro 2A and 1A auditors, sued, and lost a LOT of cases.

 

[alucard0822]

They sound incredibly strict:

PHILADELPHIA CODE

These are the laws for gun owners in Philadelphia and Pennsylvania

Just what are the gun rules in Philly and in Pennsylvania? We break down some of the basics of buying and carrying firearms.

www.inquirer.com

8 Places Where It's Illegal to Carry a Gun - Law Offices of Marni Jo Snyder

There are many places where it's illegal to carry a gun in Pennsylvania. Contact our attorneys to review your case and advise you on your next steps.

www.snyderlawyer.com

The 2nd link contains wildly inaccurate information in regards to PA and Philly law, in fact EVERY SINGLE DESCRIPTION is wrong.

this is a Philly PD cheat sheet of the UFA, notice all the "per case law" entries, those are related to instances where 2A folk successfully sued the city when found to be in violation of the UFA.

https://www.phillypolice.com/assets/directives/D5.27-Firearms.pdf

 

[Biggfoot44]

Contact law enforcement personnel in Philly and ask them.

Alas , Philly PD is notoriously anti gun and anti carry. Even if they knew your answers to your specific questions , they would probably deliberately give you wrong ( more restrictive) answers

 

[BurkeM]

The 2nd link contains wildly inaccurate information in regards to PA and Philly law, in fact EVERY SINGLE DESCRIPTION is wrong.

Amazing that a PA lawyer can be citing wrong info.

 

[alucard0822]

Amazing that a PA lawyer can be citing wrong info.

True, but here we are, wouldn't be the first either.

want a good laugh:
https://www.phila.gov/2018-03-20-gun-control-policies/

my favorite part:

How does this affect Philadelphia?​

Under current State law, Philadelphia is unable to pass laws on gun ownership or selling a gun. Philadelphia is unable to create restrictions on guns because of a state law that says “No county, municipality or township may in any manner regulate the lawful ownership, possession, transfer or transportation of firearms, ammunition or ammunition components when carried or transported for purposes not prohibited by the laws of this Commonwealth.”
Philadelphia City Council has passed gun-control bills in the past, however the courts have struck down these bills. In 1993, Philadelphia City Council passed a bill on banning assault style weapons. However, the State of PA passed a law repealing the ban and then the State Supreme Court struck down the ban. In 2008, the Commonwealth Court struck down city ordinances banning assault weapons and limiting handgun purchases to one per person per month. Even though the City appealed this decision, in 2009, the Commonwealth Court again struck down both ordinances.

 

[6-Pack]

I am in Philly a few times a year and I always carry. However, the Liberty Bell, Constitution Hall, and other parts of the national park service are off limits (indoors anyways, but that’s where all of the neat stuff is) - I usually just leave it in my car.

Now the big question: what’s your favorite cheesesteak?

 

[JoeyBimmer]

I am in Philly a few times a year and I always carry. However, the Liberty Bell, Constitution Hall, and other parts of the national park service are off limits (indoors anyways, but that’s where all of the neat stuff is) - I usually just leave it in my car.

Now the big question: what’s your favorite cheesesteak?

don't know.

 

[JoeyBimmer]

Thanks everyone for the replies. Sounds to me its basically the same as every other place I carry, so I will keep my head on a swivel, and keep in mind about private places with security that scans for weapons.

 

[RFBfromDE]

Now the big question: what’s your favorite cheesesteak?

No Wizz!

 

[6-Pack]

No Wizz!

I think you meant to say: No, Wizz Wit!

 

[rbird7282]

Contact law enforcement personnel in Philly and ask them.

So they can tell you the wrong answers?


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[Rich1911]

I'm going to be in downtown Philly for business all next week. I have a MD W&C and a PA permit.

I searched here but haven't hit the internet quite yet, but what places are prohibited in Philly? The place I'm doing business probably won't allow it, but I'm not sure what I'm doing each evening, so I wanted to be aware of what's a go or no go up there.

Thanks in advance.

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Can you try to be a little more vague?…

 

[Afrikeber]

I’ve carried in Philly and surrounding counties for years never any issues as stated stay away from the metal detectors and you will be fine.

 

[JoeyBimmer]

Can you try to be a little more vague?…

I don't want to put my exact business out on the internet for all to see. I don't think is an unreasonable standard, but from your post maybe you think it is. So, sorry about that?