Effective Date: December 2009
The possession or carrying of a dangerous weapon or firearm is prohibited by all employees on all property owned, leased, or occupied by the College. Dangerous weapons include, but are not limited to:
- any firearm, loaded or unloaded, including pellet, BB, paint, air, and stun guns
- knives and other similar instruments with a blade length of more than three inches, other than those normally present in the workplace for a specific purpose such as food preparation
- switchblade knives, brass knuckles and similar weapons
- bows, cross-bows and arrows
- explosives and explosive devices, including fireworks
- chemical agents
- any other item commonly used, or primarily intended for use as a weapon
Policy Exceptions
This policy does not prohibit the lawful possession of firearms in designated College parking lots provided the firearm is in a locked vehicle compartment in accordance with the Minnesota Citizens' Personal Protection Act of 2003, and Minnesota Statues Section 624.714. All other weapons are prohibited in a parking area.
Licensed peace officers acting in the official performance of their assigned duties are exempt from this policy. Other exceptions may be granted for official administrative or educational purposes with permission from the Safety and Security Manager.
It is the responsibility of all employees who are permitted under the conceal and carry law to be in compliance with this policy as well as with the Minnesota Citizens' Personal Protection Act of 2003, and Minnesota Statues Section 624.714.