
Several states have updated their firearm and ammunition transport laws, and enforcement is ramping up. State troopers are now trained to spot common mistakes men make when hauling ammo in trucks, especially during traffic stops. While federal law offers some protection under the Firearm Owners Protection Act (FOPA), it doesn’t override state-specific rules. That means what’s legal in one state could be a felony in another. If you’re not up to date, your ammo storage habits could be putting your rights (and your wallet) at serious risk. Here are five things you should be aware of.