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If you're concerned about your girlfriend driving and having possession under the MPA, consider a small lock box. If you're going drinking, transfer the firearm from the center console to the lock box. Plus, you won't have to worry about a smash and grab getting your gun.

As for a need for a CHL, even if you are carrying in the vehicle only, the MPA still doesn't trump federal law on gun free zones, like a school zone. A CHL would insulate you from that concern. How many times do you drive through a school zone while passing through the city?

ETA: Was typing while the duplicate thread post was submitted. Check there for more info.