Matt
Here's some more info on the gun laws .
There is no state
preemption of firearm laws, with the result that some localities have outlawed the possession of
handguns. This includes the
Chicago suburbs of
Winnetka,
[2] Wilmette,
[3] Morton Grove,
[4] Evanston,
[5] and
Oak Park.
[6] Highland Park also prohibits handguns, unless the resident has obtained a permit from the police.
[7] Some municipalities, most notably Chicago, require that all firearms be registered with the local police department. Chicago does not allow the registration of handguns, which has the effect of outlawing their possession, unless they were
grandfathered in by being registered before 1982.
[8] Additionally,
Cook County has banned
assault weapons and
magazines with the capacity to accept more than ten rounds of ammunition.
[9] Other municipalities have also enacted various firearm restrictions.
[10] Lack of preemption makes it difficult to travel throughout Illinois with a firearm while being sure that no laws are being broken
#10 is ridiculous! In theory you need to check every town you pass through to make sure you're legal when tranporting your gun.