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Commissioners debate posting weapons-prohibition signs; agree to seek prosecutor guidance
Summary
Morrow County commissioners discussed posting signage to prohibit weapons in county buildings, clarifying the intent is to deter civilians carrying weapons while not restricting law enforcement; commissioners asked staff to consult the prosecutor before implementing signs.
Morrow County commissioners debated whether to post signage prohibiting weapons in county buildings and directed staff to consult the county prosecutor before taking action.
During discussion of an MCAT agenda item, one commissioner said staff wanted a sign so visitors without concealed-carry permits would know they are prohibited from bringing weapons into county buildings. A board member urged checking with the prosecutor before posting signs and said the signs are not intended to restrict law-enforcement officers.
One speaker summarized the proposed language bluntly: "Don't come in the building with any gun on you," noting the intent is to deter non-law-enforcement individuals from carrying weapons on the premises. Commissioners agreed to have staff contact the prosecutor for legal guidance and to return with recommended wording.
No formal policy change or vote was adopted at the meeting; commissioners treated the item as discussion and direction to staff rather than a decision to post signs immediately.
