Billy. Posted March 11, 2011 Report Share Posted March 11, 2011 I was out last night and decided to switch to the rimmie after about 10:30. Does anyone know if there's a law (like there is for using a car horn) in this country. I'm not a selfish person who just shoots next to a house without thinking that it's late at night, but I just mean in general, driving around the fields within earshot of houses. Now the shooting season's out the way and it's warming up, I prefer to shotgun the little ******* I just don't want to end up in trouble. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Beretta28g Posted March 11, 2011 Report Share Posted March 11, 2011 This could get interesting, as far as i know there is no law as such; perhaps its a county/bylaw thing? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
al4x Posted March 11, 2011 Report Share Posted March 11, 2011 it gets you loads of complaints generally, we used to and its too much agro to be worth it if you are near houses Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SilentKill Posted March 11, 2011 Report Share Posted March 11, 2011 Theres no law as such but obviously if its near houses then it would be discretionary. However if your loading in 10 rounds through the semi and letting bunny after bunny have it you'd probably get a visit from someone! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NorfolkPoacher Posted March 11, 2011 Report Share Posted March 11, 2011 I was out last night and decided to switch to the rimmie after about 10:30. Does anyone know if there's a law (like there is for using a car horn) in this country. I'm not a selfish person who just shoots next to a house without thinking that it's late at night, but I just mean in general, driving around the fields within earshot of houses. Now the shooting season's out the way and it's warming up, I prefer to shotgun the little ******* I just don't want to end up in trouble. hello mate, to be honest there is no law(i think)for the times shooting must end, i base it all on personal discression and consideration of local populations. the noise pollution act can come into force after 11pm in built up areas but thats a civil matter and nothing to do with a criminal offence. i did have grief with locals after 9pm so brought a hushpower 20ga to use near houses. if regular shots are occuring e.g rabbit shooting then your right, most people's bedtime will be around 10.30-11pm so wrap it up by then, for foxing with only one or two shots i dont think its too bad if its later even if someone is woken due to the shot they will not know why. just be careful with the lamp, in most cases it will cause more of a problem then the gun shots, vehicle noise can also be a problem. its a case of a fine line between vermin control (crop/stock protection) and keeping the locals happy, "Townies" are a pain where ever and what ever time, as long as you know you are being safe and considerate then ignore any anti or negative remarks. good luck on the bunnies! atb dave Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Beretta28g Posted March 11, 2011 Report Share Posted March 11, 2011 Thinking more closley if its say 2 am and you are shooting with a centerfire rile and lamp and spot a fox what would you do then? I would say 1/2 shots would be fine, but again its discresionary. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
seeker Posted March 11, 2011 Report Share Posted March 11, 2011 Only restrictions I can think of relate to what can be shot during the hours of darkness. Unfortunately what may go unnoticed during the day can be heard for miles at night. As you say, its all about being considerate for others ... and not stirring up unwanted ####. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dekers Posted March 11, 2011 Report Share Posted March 11, 2011 There is NO specific law, but there are problem possibilities. I make a point of not using the shotgun during the hours of darkness, and I do not allow anyone out with me either, just MY rules though! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Billy. Posted March 11, 2011 Author Report Share Posted March 11, 2011 and I do not allow anyone out with me either, just MY rules though! Sounds a bit boring to me. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sitsinhedges Posted March 11, 2011 Report Share Posted March 11, 2011 Get a modded shottie, you can shoot all night then if you want to Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Billy. Posted March 11, 2011 Author Report Share Posted March 11, 2011 Get a modded shottie, you can shoot all night then if you want to I'm tempted, but I'm at my limits for how many more guns I can justify to the missus My next purchase might be a mandatory 1 for 1. 1 shotgun for 1 girlfriend Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TaxiDriver Posted March 11, 2011 Report Share Posted March 11, 2011 I'm tempted, but I'm at my limits for how many more guns I can justify to the missus My next purchase might be a mandatory 1 for 1. 1 shotgun for 1 girlfriend NOW, That Sir, Sounds like a very fair swap indeed Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SilentKill Posted March 11, 2011 Report Share Posted March 11, 2011 And there was me thinking you were exchanging the missus 1-1! Out with the old in with the new! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NorfolkPoacher Posted March 11, 2011 Report Share Posted March 11, 2011 I bet your mrs would love a .410 mossberg pump!! Go on treat her!! Lol Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
semiautolee Posted March 11, 2011 Report Share Posted March 11, 2011 in my local gunshop they have a silenced 12 gauge in, and it looks like a good handy tool. maybe you could invest in one billy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Billy. Posted March 12, 2011 Author Report Share Posted March 12, 2011 I bet your mrs would love a pump!! Go on treat her!! Lol Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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