Post Office Court Case Says No Guns in Post Offices.
For some time there has been confusion about the legality of carrying
a firearm in a Post Office.
Many Post Offices have signs posted stating it is unlawful. However,
Federal law does NOT prohibit possession of firearms in Post Offices
for “any lawful purpose.”
In our book “Understanding Oregon’s Gun Laws” we stated that we knew
of no successful prosecutions for persons carrying guns in Post Offices, but otherwise committing no crime.
Unfortunately we now have one.
It’s important to note that is was NOT decided in our circuit, but
also important to note that the conviction stemmed not from any
violation of law, but of a “rule” which is a very troubling development.
To see the entire ruling, use this link.