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This is an area where the laws of one state or country get passed around on the internets as universal laws.

Some countries -- Canada and Germany come to mind -- require all handguns owned by non-LEO civilians to be kept locked up in safes when not in use as licensed. They have criminal penalties for failing to comply.

In one notorious case in Canada, burglars spent days breaking into a massive safe in the home of a gun collector who was out of the country on vacation. When he returned home, he was prosecuted for "allowing" criminals to gain access to his weapons.

Texas does not hold an innocent person liable for the actions of burglars. The frequently misinterpreted PC 46.13 specifically says that it is not an offense if a burglar gains access to a weapon.

I don't know all the ins and outs of other U.S. states.

- Jim

The Annoyed Man wrote:I smell sulfur in the air... Are there any trolls hiding under bridges nearby?

Now don't play the troll card until he asks three questions before you can cross the bridge.

Oh, wait.

To the OP: No hard feelings, I hope. You've had your baptism by fire.

- Jim

Wow. All I have are opinions.

- Jim