Courts, counties weigh gun bans in public buildings
A legal opinion says municipalities may regulate weapons on city and county property. Officials in Linn and Johnson counties maintain bans, while Black Hawk County keeps its no weapons policy. Smaller counties fear litigation and potential chilling effects on similar ordinances.
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Law tightens gun bans in public buildings debate Iowa courthouse security
Iowa lawmakers cling to a 1990 prohibition on local gun bans while adding a suit avenue against jurisdictions. Public officials worry the change undermines courthouse safety after a 2014 Jackson County shooting and similar incidents. Former Jackson County supervisor Larry Koos, among others, supports stronger security but fears more guns in high emotion spaces.
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