A few questions I couldn't find elsewhere

[chipperi]

A few questions I couldn't find elsewhere or were a little vague. I will be traveling back and forth several times over the next year to see my parents in Millsboro, about 20 minutes outside of Rehobeth Beach.

Now I know De accepts my permit, but I sill have a couple questions.

1: Can I carry in Restaurants where alcohol is served as long as I am not drinking like I can here?

2: I have seen conflicting answers on this one...Can I carry while driving.

3: Is the beach considered a WMA or a park? and do they have any Ordinances contradicting state law?

4: How anal are LEOs there? Here in TN if they see it they usually just ask what kind is it and "You have a permit right?". Pretty easy going

5: Is DE a Notify state? Do I have to tell an officer I am carrying as soon as he approaches?

Thanks Guys/Gals

Chip
Piney Flats, TN
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[Lumspond]

Chip,

1: Can I carry in Restaurants where alcohol is served as long as I am not drinking like I can here?
Yes.

2: I have seen conflicting answers on this one...Can I carry while driving.
Yes

3: Is the beach considered a WMA or a park? and do they have any Ordinances contradicting state law?
Yes, you can carry at the beach.

4: How anal are LEOs there? Here in TN if they see it they usually just ask what kind is it and "You have a permit right?". Pretty easy going
First, they shouldn't see your concealed gun. But it happens. Shouldn't be a big deal, unless the LEO is right out of the academy!!

5: Is DE a Notify state? Do I have to tell an officer I am carrying as soon as he approaches?
No law stating you have to notify, but everyone here considers it good practice. I do.

Cheers,
Tony

[Radnor]

3: Is the beach considered a WMA or a park? and do they have any Ordinances contradicting state law?
Yes, you can carry at the beach.

Cape Henlopen STATE Park.  State park regs 24.3 (I think). 

[Sigarms12]

Just remember Cape Henlopen and Indian River are State Park and per their regulations carry if prohibited.

[chipperi]

Cool Thanks alot. I usually carry openly unless I am going someplace crowded like a mall restaurant etc. Even though I live in an area that is a mix of Urban Suburban and Rural. I have never had a problem most people react positively even police. That is if anyone notices it at all. In TN you need a permit to carry Openly or Concealed but there is no law saying you have to carry concealed. That way we don't have to worry about BS brandishing laws and other homemade charges if we print or accidentally expose getting something off the top shelf at Wal Mart.

But when in Rome do as the Romans do, When in DE I will wear a cover shirt.

I did notice you guys have to jump through some hoops to get your permits. Character References, an interview..wow.

Thanks Again
Chip 

[mrjam2jab]

I did notice you guys have to jump through some hoops to get your permits. Character References, an interview..wow.

placing an ad in a newspaper... 

[czer]

And, of course, waiting for 4 to 6 months, even after you jump through the hoops.

[TwistedKarma]

  Even tho most people cring at the course, It is very good on drilling in when you can pull it, And when you can not.. 

[chipperi]

Here you take an 8hr course that includes classroom and range time it costs about $50 depending on where you take it. Take the certificate to the DMV and pay them $115 they take your pic and send you to a UPS store to get digitally fingerprinted. Then your Permit will come in the mail in about 6 weeks usually sooner. Expensive but painless. I have had mine for about 3 yrs now.

[g23]

Your first question is if you can carry where alcohol is served as long as your not drinking... Someone correct me if im wrong but I was under the impression that you could carry AND drink. (Not that it is a good idea) I thought the law stated that you were legal to carry as long as your under the .08 limit.. I do sometime have a beer or two while out and carrying but if I know im going out for a night of drinking I always leave it at home.

After reading the question I looked to find where I read about the .08 but havent found it yet.. Someone please let me know if this is accurate as I dont want to continue if its illegal.

[Moosie]

Yes, it is legal for you to carry concealed in Delaware and drink.  It's not a good idea in my opinion, but it is legal. 

Moosie

[Sigarms12]

I make it a point to never drink while carrying this is just asking for trouble.

[John]

g23, I see where you are comming from...you go out to Red Lobster and have a beer or two while eating your seafood but stil want to carry.  I don't carry yet but when I can it will be a two drink MaX...if any at all.  I don't want anyone including myself to be a gun tote'n drinking fool.  Concealing a weapon holds us to a higher standard. 

[Moosie]

I'm with Sig.  Drinking at all while you're carrying is just asking for trouble. 

[John]

I think you are right....if you ever had to pull, One drop in your system could give a lawyer something to hold against you.  Carry = No beer for me.