If one visits www.packing.org and checks out the requirements for a Florida
CCW with its significant reciprocal agreements you could sleep a little more
protected so to speak.  Not that any vanagoneer would ever need to protect
hissownself from anything but the occasional flatulent moose, rampaging
nutria, operatic kittycat, amorous alligator, or vanmunching griz, but hey
things do go bump in the night and they truly are out to get you, lars.
Also should you have such a permit, always check with the state laws
regarding what constitutes your "domicile" when travelling in the van.  Laws
vary from state to state.  F'rinstance CCW in Florida specifically excludes
weapons other than the handgun.   911 is far too late for most "encounters"
.  " Only the paranoid survive"..attributed to Andy Grove of Intel

Your protection is your responsibility, wear that mosquito repellant and
check for ticks in the morning.  Question authority politely.  Ask to see a
photo ID BEFORE you open the door.  Politely decline consent to search
unless the LEO can explain probable cause. When in doubt, run away.

RVC- putting a lock on the cabinet door makes it a safe location insofar as
transport is concerned in many states.  Having a built in safe is even more
effective if you are often not in your van for extended periods of time.

pensioner (checking ticker just now)