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Judge presents draft firearms policy for county buildings and courts
Summary
Circuit Court Judge Ed Black presented a draft firearms policy addressing possession of firearms in county buildings and courts; the committee asked for further information about certification requirements and the adequacy of relying on Concealed Pistol Licenses (CPLs).
Circuit Court Judge Ed Black presented a draft policy Oct. 20 that would govern firearms possession within county buildings and specifically courtroom areas, responding to recent security incidents and a question from an elected official.
Judge Black said current authority for carrying a firearm in the courts rests with the Chief Judge; the draft seeks to set countywide clarity. Committee members discussed whether relying solely on a Concealed Pistol License (CPL) is sufficient and whether additional certifications should be required. The committee requested additional information and said the issue will return for future discussion.
No formal action was taken; the committee asked staff to gather more detail before further consideration.
