dave_in_delaware
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Short version:
I was wondering if a PUBLIC librarycan set their own rules and prohibit weapons just like a private business can?? I understand that any private business can make up their own rules, and if they decide they don't want to allow guns (OC or CC) on their property, they can put up signs, or ask you to leave, etc. But what happens when it's a PUBLIC library? It's not a private entity anymore, right? Can they ignore the Constitution and just claim the rule (no weapons) is for the "safety" of the library patrons?Is prohibiting a Constitutional right in a public library Unconstitutional and can be ignored? Any input would be appreciated!
Longer version:
I started a specific thread on the subject as it pertains to my local library here in northern Delaware. Please, if you could read my post (complete w/ the library's rules), and reply inTHIS thread, I'd like to hear what everyone thinks, and more importantly, if you could cite any laws or statutesor case law that pertains to this issue.
Then, I can either just OC there w/out worry that they'll call the cops, or I can call them and argue my point and see if they change their "rules"....
Thanks!
Short version:
I was wondering if a PUBLIC librarycan set their own rules and prohibit weapons just like a private business can?? I understand that any private business can make up their own rules, and if they decide they don't want to allow guns (OC or CC) on their property, they can put up signs, or ask you to leave, etc. But what happens when it's a PUBLIC library? It's not a private entity anymore, right? Can they ignore the Constitution and just claim the rule (no weapons) is for the "safety" of the library patrons?Is prohibiting a Constitutional right in a public library Unconstitutional and can be ignored? Any input would be appreciated!
Longer version:
I started a specific thread on the subject as it pertains to my local library here in northern Delaware. Please, if you could read my post (complete w/ the library's rules), and reply inTHIS thread, I'd like to hear what everyone thinks, and more importantly, if you could cite any laws or statutesor case law that pertains to this issue.
Then, I can either just OC there w/out worry that they'll call the cops, or I can call them and argue my point and see if they change their "rules"....
Thanks!