Wa laws when it comes to firearm storage while at work
- Thread starter Wesco
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You didn't say whether or not you told the co-worker that you used the safe for gun storage, but I'm guessing he saw you gear up after work. So now your secret is out. I never discuss what may or may not be in my safe, trunk, under the seat, closet, fanny pack, etc. "It's just some of my stuff", or, "It comes in handy sometimes", without further explanation.
You have been trumped by private property rights. You need to find a different place to park-and never give that co-worker a ride again.
You have been trumped by private property rights. You need to find a different place to park-and never give that co-worker a ride again.
ironmike86
New member
So has the store told you that you couldn't store your gun??
You might want to start looking for a new job. Driving around at 2AM I would be concerned that my vehicle would break down. Read your State laws. Some State laws say that a business can't prohibit an employee from storing a gun in a vehicle unless the employee parking is in a secured area and not accessible by the public. If you pack a gun you had better read the law for yourself anyway. Glad to hear your crew supported you.
Wesco
New member
I'm in management here but I'll plan on switching careers sometime soon with any luck. let me just say that I did check with as many resources as I could for washington state firearm laws in reference to this particular situation and couldn't find a single law or otherwise that I was in violation of and haven spoken to a criminal attorney who also specializes in second amendment rights I am in no violation of any washington state or federal gun laws of any kind however there is no washington state law currently prohibiting an employer from banning the storage of firearms in a personal vehicle. I'm continuing to research it so if anybody comes up with anything please feel free to send it my way.
Thanks again for all your guys input.
Thanks again for all your guys input.
P220
New member
I'd think the most they can do is make you park off property. Fire you if they make you sign something stating it's against policy, and you break the agreement. But I think that could bring them unwanted, negative attention legaly. NRA, SAF, and GOA, among a few love cases like those. Makes for a way to get some more needed GR's policy on the books. Still, don't sign anything in agreement with this issue. Even if they try to threaten your job.
I wouldn't worry about it though. You keep it securely locked, and out of sight. You have the right to carry, and as long as you take it off, and lock it in your car. Then they can't really do anything super drastic, legally. So long as you don't work at the Post Office or something. It doesn't fall under any no carry zones. Only private property rights. They might not even own the property, but lease it. Maybe there is no real rule against it, except they may have to pay a slightly higher insurance premium.
They can't search your vehicle without any legal cause. You don't have to tell them what you keep in your private vehicle. They just don't want to be responsible for your high dollar items. They want to cover there butts against any fallout of you losing your piece. So long as you ride solo, they can't prove you still carry. Just be a little more discreet arming and disarming.
Carry on!! :dance3:
I wouldn't worry about it though. You keep it securely locked, and out of sight. You have the right to carry, and as long as you take it off, and lock it in your car. Then they can't really do anything super drastic, legally. So long as you don't work at the Post Office or something. It doesn't fall under any no carry zones. Only private property rights. They might not even own the property, but lease it. Maybe there is no real rule against it, except they may have to pay a slightly higher insurance premium.
They can't search your vehicle without any legal cause. You don't have to tell them what you keep in your private vehicle. They just don't want to be responsible for your high dollar items. They want to cover there butts against any fallout of you losing your piece. So long as you ride solo, they can't prove you still carry. Just be a little more discreet arming and disarming.
Carry on!! :dance3:
ironmike86
New member
Yup I wouldn't worry. Just don't trust ppl at work anymore. Keep it hidden. Or locked up. If they search...humm I lost the key they can't prove anything. Unless it's a gov't place.
LkWd_Don
Banned
Considering that the Washington State Constitution in Article 1 Section 24 says: SECTION 24 RIGHT TO BEAR ARMS. The right of the individual citizen to bear arms in defense of himself, or the state, shall not be impaired
Read for yourself at Washington State Constitution
And with RCW 9.41.050 saying that:
Carrying firearms. ~~clipped for brevity~~
(2)(a) A person shall not carry or place a loaded pistol in any vehicle unless the person has a license to carry a concealed pistol and: (i) The pistol is on the licensee's person, (ii) the licensee is within the vehicle at all times that the pistol is there, or (iii) the licensee is away from the vehicle and the pistol is locked within the vehicle and concealed from view from outside the vehicle.
You may read this for yourself at RCW 9.41.050: Carrying firearms.
I would say that as long as you have a Concealed Pistol Permit and a means of locking it out of view inside your car. Your employer is simply WRONG!
Rayb
New member
Could not agree more. My employer does not allow weapons in the office, and I comply but Georgia law states they can not ban me from keeping my gun in my vehicle. That said, with the exception of a very few select like minded folks no one in my office has a clue that I own any, carry any or have an interest in them. If it ever comes down to it my only answer will be "WHAT GUNS???"
golddigger14s
SFC At Fort Lewis, WA
There is no law preventing you, BUT just like the company I used to work for (US Army) and the company I work for now they can have a policy preventing you from having it on their property. WA is an "at will" state, so they can fire you for just about any reason. Be thankful you still have a job despite the ungrateful person you gave a last ride to. I may not agree with the policy, but we are stuck. I know of very FEW businesses that allow you to carry anything to include a pocket knife.
