National Carry AcademySupplemental Information
January 11, 2016
How does Mississippi define “Unloaded”?
“Unloaded” refers to a firearm whose bullet is not on the magazine or not attached to the firearm.
Mississippi Wildlife, Fisheries & Parks – Rules on Hunting
Hunting or killing game animals, furbearing animals and game birds from a motor vehicle or motor boat is not allowed by the state. Hunting for squirrels and game birds is allowed if the motor vehicle is not running.
State of Emergency
33-7-303. The Governor has the power to declare a martial law if it is necessary for peace and order within the state. It should be a written proclamation that discusses the limits of the martial law and identifies the resources and forces that will be used for such period.
Under this section, “ammunition” refers to a bullet or shell or other explosive that is designed to be used for firearms. “Firearm” is any weapon that can expel projectile capable of exploding.
Nothing in this section allows the Governor to confiscate a firearm from an individual is legally carrying such firearm.
§ 33-15-11. Emergency Management Powers of Governor
The Governor, during a disaster or public crisis, may direct and control the Emergency Management Agency and Council. The following are the powers of a Governor during a state of emergency:
• Delegating the authorities assigned to him under this section
• Controlling and instructing the law enforcement officers on actions that are necessary to secure the safety of the residents
• Suspending selling and transporting of firearms, ammunition and explosives.
• Restricting the sale of food, fuel, clothes and other goods or services.
• Performing other functions that are necessary to promote peace and order and to secure the safety of the population during the disaster or public crisis
Note: The laws of the federal government may apply if the state is receiving financial assistance from them. Check the US Code 42-5207 to learn more about the federal laws for State of Emergencies.
Supplemental Information
January 11, 2016
How does Mississippi define “Unloaded”?
“Unloaded” refers to a firearm whose bullet is not on the magazine or not attached to the firearm.
Mississippi Wildlife, Fisheries & Parks – Rules on Hunting
Hunting or killing game animals, furbearing animals and game birds from a motor vehicle or motor boat is not allowed by the state. Hunting for squirrels and game birds is allowed if the motor vehicle is not running.
State of Emergency
33-7-303. The Governor has the power to declare a martial law if it is necessary for peace and order within the state. It should be a written proclamation that discusses the limits of the martial law and identifies the resources and forces that will be used for such period.
Under this section, “ammunition” refers to a bullet or shell or other explosive that is designed to be used for firearms. “Firearm” is any weapon that can expel projectile capable of exploding.
Nothing in this section allows the Governor to confiscate a firearm from an individual is legally carrying such firearm.
§ 33-15-11. Emergency Management Powers of Governor
The Governor, during a disaster or public crisis, may direct and control the Emergency Management Agency and Council. The following are the powers of a Governor during a state of emergency:
• Delegating the authorities assigned to him under this section
• Controlling and instructing the law enforcement officers on actions that are necessary to secure the safety of the residents
• Suspending selling and transporting of firearms, ammunition and explosives.
• Restricting the sale of food, fuel, clothes and other goods or services.
• Performing other functions that are necessary to promote peace and order and to secure the safety of the population during the disaster or public crisis
Note: The laws of the federal government may apply if the state is receiving financial assistance from them. Check the US Code 42-5207 to learn more about the federal laws for State of Emergencies.