FIREARMS POLICY (UNIVERSITY)

 (Policy added July 23, 2004 by Human Resources Office)

The possession or use of firearms dangerous weapons or other materials which endanger the campus community is strictly prohibited. This prohibition applies to all University employees, students, vendors, customers and guests including those who are licensed under Ohio law to carry a concealed weapon. The prohibition includes weapons carried about the person and maintenance or storage of any weapon in any property owned, leased, or controlled by Wittenberg or within any parked vehicle on University premises. The discovery of weapons on University premises in violation of this policy could result in criminal prosecution.

Weapons used for demonstration and educational purposes are to be stored at the Wittenberg Police Department until time of class or demonstration. All such weapons are to be carried in cases in accordance with Ohio law.