Section 2525 - Possession of firearm for protection of self or others(a) General rule.--It is lawful for a law enforcement officer or any person who possesses a valid license to carry a firearm issued under 18 Pa.C.S. § 6109 (relating to licenses) to be in possession of a loaded or unloaded firearm while engaged in any activity regulated by this title.(b) Construction.--(1) This section shall supersede any prohibition on the possession of a firearm or ammunition contained in any other provision of this title.(2) This subsection shall not be construed to permit the hunting or harvesting of any wildlife with a firearm or ammunition not otherwise permitted by this title.(c) Definitions.--As used in this section, the following words and phrases shall have the meanings given to them in this subsection: "Firearm." As defined in 18 Pa.C.S. § 6102 (relating to definitions).
"Law enforcement officer." As defined in 18 Pa.C.S. § 6102 (relating to definitions).
2006, Nov. 29, P.L. 1462, No. 162, §1, effective in 60 days [ 1/29/2007].