Michigan Concealed Pistol License (CPL) Safety Course Practice Exam

The best practice for storing a firearm at home is to keep it unloaded and locked away, with the ammunition stored separately. This ensures that the firearm is not easily accessible to children or unauthorized individuals, reducing the risk of accidents or intentional harm. Storing a firearm loaded and within reach may seem convenient for home defense, but it also increases the risk of accidental shootings or the firearm being used in a fit of anger or impulse. Keeping the firearm unloaded with the safety on in a secure location is also a good option, but it is still important to store the ammunition separately. Disassembling the firearm and storing it in different parts of the house may seem like a secure option, but it may make it difficult to access in case of an emergency or when needed for self-defense. Therefore, option C is the best practice for responsible firearm storage at home.