What is the legal age to take a shotgun to the shooting range to trap shoot?
Jordan K asked:
I would like to know what the legal age is to take a shotgun to the shooting range to trap shoot would be? I live in indiana and do not know how to find this information out. If you could direct me to a website or just give me credatible information it would be great. Thanks!
I would like to know what the legal age is to take a shotgun to the shooting range to trap shoot would be? I live in indiana and do not know how to find this information out. If you could direct me to a website or just give me credatible information it would be great. Thanks!
March 22nd, 2009 at 8:47 pm
If you’re accompanied by an adult, it shouldn’t be an issue. If it’s you alone, it may be 18.
March 25th, 2009 at 3:36 pm
My shotgun is less than a year old, but they allow it on the range.
(poorly worded question is asking how old the shotgun needs to be…)
March 26th, 2009 at 12:29 am
I don’t think there is a minimum age set forth for that in law… Some clubs may have individual regulations on age. You can take a shotgun (or rifle) in the woods unaccompanied at 16 if you’re hunting.
I’d say 16 minimum *PROVIDED THEY CAN BE TRUSTED and are RESPONSIBLE in fire arm handling… At that age, you’re able to drive yourself…I was never told otherwise at that age - then again I proved I was safe and responsible. Of course, the gun and ammo should be secured in the trunk. It may help to be an Amatuer Trapshooting Association membership, and have a membership card, to prove you’re just a recreational sporting/competition shooter.
March 28th, 2009 at 5:03 pm
Your best bet, if you cannot get it directly from a nearby trap & skeet range, would be to contact your local law enforcement agency or the closest office of your state Game & Fish Authority. Website adress can be found under Indiana State gov. listings.