New Mexico Gun Laws & Firearms Safety Practice Exam

Under New Mexico law, which of the following statements about storing firearms in a home where children are present is accurate?

1. Firearms must be stored unloaded in a locked container

2. Firearms can be stored anywhere as long as they are unloaded

3. There are no specific laws regarding storing firearms in homes with children

4. Firearms should be stored with a trigger lock in place

The correct answer is: Firearms must be stored unloaded in a locked container

Under New Mexico law, firearms must be stored unloaded in a locked container in a home where children are present. This is to prevent accidents and keep children from accessing firearms without adult supervision. Option B is incorrect because simply keeping the firearms unloaded is not enough to ensure safety in a home with children. Option C is incorrect because there are specific laws in New Mexico regarding storing firearms in homes with children. Option D is incorrect because while using a trigger lock can be an additional safety measure, it is not enough to satisfy the law which requires firearms to be stored in a locked container.