Handgun in truck at Port of New Orleans garage

[gearyr]

My wife and I are going on a cruise out of New Orleans soon. We are going to park at the the Port of New Orleans parking garage. I have a carry permit. I can't find out any info on the Port of New Orleans policy on firearms.

Thanks, gearyr

[JAB]

I honestly can't think why it would make any difference.  As you said, there is nothing on the website about it.  Still, in such a case I think I would want to call or email and get the answer straight from the horse's mouth, as it were.  I would probably just try the 1-800 number and see if anyone can answer your question:

http://www.portno.com/contact

Contact Us

Port of New Orleans
1350 Port of New Orleans Place
New Orleans, LA 70130
1-800-PRO-NOLA (776-6652)
(504) 522-2551
Fax: (504) 524-4156

P.O. Box No. 60046
New Orleans, LA 70160

Edited June 12, 2017 by JAB

[monkeylizard]

Scroll down to Page 8 here: http://www.handgunlaw.us/states/louisiana.pdf

You're good to go. Keep it locked up and out of sight.

[gearyr]

Thanks 

[Jamie Jackson]

As mentioned you are GTG. Louisiana has long held your vehicle as an extension of your home (Napoleonic law influence), many years before they became a Shall Issue State or offered reciprocity.

As someone who has hand a handgun stolen out of his vehicle (while at work there back in 1995) I would strongly recommend a secure lock box, and in your trunk, if possible. And of course secure it while away from prying eyes. There are miscreants that make a living stealing out of folks hotel rooms and vehicles and video surveillance is of little to no deterrent. 

It's a great City and there's lots of good folks. But it is a "city"... Have an enjoyable trip and sample some of the great eats while in N.O. 

 

edited: sorry, you did mention a truck...but the lock box recommendation still holds. I still have one in my truck because of working there... just shackle it down good. There'll be easier pickings for the skellls... 

Edited June 13, 2017 by prag