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JoeSparky wrote:
Here is a copy of an email I just sent regarding all NATIONAL PARKS LOCATED IN UTAH.... I am waiting a response.
"In light of the recent changes in the Regulations Restricting operable firearms within national parks--- What restrictions currently exist at Utah's National Parks with regard to the possession of a concealled operable firearm by a holder of a valid UTAH concealled Weapons permit within the confines of the Utah National parks and its buildings otherwise open to the public such as Visitors Centers and Restrooms?
By my plain read of Title 18, United States Code, Sec. 930. - Possession of firearms and dangerous weapons in Federal facilities: Possession of an otherwise legal firearm by a holder of a valid Utah Concealed Weapons permit would fall under the "OTHER LAWFUL ACTIVITY" exemption with regard to ANY National Park located in the State of UTAH."
Here is the reply...
Sir or Madam:
The change in regulation was intended to allow the normal flow of traffic
of persons carrying a concealed firearm with a valid CCW permit through the
parks, but not into the facilities. In the preamble to the regulation
change, it was noted that this new regulation was not intended to permit
the carrying of concealed firearms into federal facilities and that 18 USC
930 would still apply.
The current interpretation by the office of policy and regulation
interprets the lawful carrying of a concealed firearm not to be a lawful
purpose, but a lawful priviledge. Therefore, carrying a firearm in a
federal facility is still prohibited by 18 USC 930 by citizen with no other
lawful purpose. They have also further ruled that federal facilities
include only those structures where federal employees, volunteers and
partners report to work. In essence, most restrooms would not be included
in this definition.
I would urge you not to attempt to carry your firearm into a federal
facility as identified above. Also, be mindful of any private businesses
(such as the Bryce Canyon Lodge, General Store, etc.) where the current
owner/operator has posted signs prohibiting the possession of firearms. As
each park in Utah is managed individually, I would caution that you look
for any information posted on structures, or call ahead to obtain
information from private businesses. Do not assume that because one lodge
does not prohibit firearms that another lodge will not have that
restriction in place.
I hope this has answered your question.
Dave Fox
Chief Ranger
Bryce Canyon National Park
IT IS OFFICIAL.... YES, YOU CAN CARRY ANYWHERE IN THE NATIONAL PARK THAT YOU WANT TO RISK BEING ARRESTED!!!!!!!!!!!!:cuss::cuss::cuss:
And the rest of us will continue to add "IANAL" to the ends of our posts...
