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AI- 1509

Work Session and Regular Meeting

Meeting Date:	01/26/2016
Department:	Police

AGENDA CAPTION:

Discuss And Consider Action Regarding New Open Carry Regulations.

BACKGROUND:

Beginning January 1, 2016, House Bill 910 will allow persons with a concealed handgun license, or persons who obtain a new license to carry a handgun, to carry a handgun either in a concealed manner or openly in a belt or shoulder holster. Town staff understands how important this transition will be to the community in regards to potential responses when Town staff encounters a person carrying a handgun. Employees must be properly trained to understand where and when handgun licensed persons can enter public property, where it is prohibited and what legal means we have to restrict access. Businesses need to be clear on the changes with the law and what they can do to prevent a licensed person from carrying a handgun on their property. Finally, citizens need to be educated on what legal behavior from handgun licensed holders is so they are not alarmed when they see open carry in public, and when to be alarmed and call 911.

RECOMMENDATION:

Information only, no action required.