National Carry AcademySupplemental Information
January 12, 2016
41-1-1. Definition of Terms.
A “loaded firearm” means that the firearm is capable of discharging a projectile or that it contains a cartridge, bullet or projectile in the chamber or magazine.
State of Emergency
34-48A-5. Authority of Governor in time of disaster, terrorist attack, or emergency.
During a state of emergency, the Governor shall have the following powers:
a. Assume control of the agencies which are part of disaster or emergency management plans
b. Use any facility, equipment and supplies as well as personal and private funds in implementing the emergency plans. However, the Governor shall not confiscate firearms without the authorization of the owner.
c. Suspend the regulations that are believed to cause the delay or prevention of the actions necessary to cope with the emergency
d. Control the movement of the vehicles and the people on public highways
e. Store and distribute medical supplies in the state if it is necessary to cope with the emergency
f. Provide for the restoration and maintenance of public and private transportation facilities
The powers of the Governor mentioned under this section shall be effective for six months after the proclamation of an emergency and may continue for another period if declared by the Governor as deemed necessary.
Note: The federal law can become applicable if the state is receiving financial assistance from the federal government. To know more about the laws that apply for state of emergencies, check the US Code 42-5207.
Supplemental Information
January 12, 2016
41-1-1. Definition of Terms.
A “loaded firearm” means that the firearm is capable of discharging a projectile or that it contains a cartridge, bullet or projectile in the chamber or magazine.
State of Emergency
34-48A-5. Authority of Governor in time of disaster, terrorist attack, or emergency.
During a state of emergency, the Governor shall have the following powers:
a. Assume control of the agencies which are part of disaster or emergency management plans
b. Use any facility, equipment and supplies as well as personal and private funds in implementing the emergency plans. However, the Governor shall not confiscate firearms without the authorization of the owner.
c. Suspend the regulations that are believed to cause the delay or prevention of the actions necessary to cope with the emergency
d. Control the movement of the vehicles and the people on public highways
e. Store and distribute medical supplies in the state if it is necessary to cope with the emergency
f. Provide for the restoration and maintenance of public and private transportation facilities
The powers of the Governor mentioned under this section shall be effective for six months after the proclamation of an emergency and may continue for another period if declared by the Governor as deemed necessary.
Note: The federal law can become applicable if the state is receiving financial assistance from the federal government. To know more about the laws that apply for state of emergencies, check the US Code 42-5207.