Policy 3.31: Weapons on Campus

Effective Date: Wed, Feb 22, 2006

As per N.C. General Statute 14-269, it is unlawful for anyone to possess, whether openly or concealed, any weapon on the Haywood Community College campus unless the weapon is used as part of a College ceremony, for institutional purposes, or by authorized security personnel.

Haywood Community College may allow contracted security personnel to carry a firearm in the official discharge of their duties as a means of further assuring the safety of all students, faculty, staff and visitors on HCC property.

All Contracted security personnel carrying firearms shall comply with all local, state and federal laws for the carrying of firearms.

The contracted security agency employing security personnel for HCC shall guarantee HCC that their personnel are in compliance with all local, state and federal laws for carrying firearms in the discharge of their duties.

Haywood Community College property includes but is not limited to: college buildings, vehicles, grounds, recreation areas, athletic fields, or other property owned, used or operated by the College Board of Trustees.


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