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!
If you’re accompanied by an adult, it shouldn’t be an issue. If it’s you alone, it may be 18.
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…)
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.
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.