Section 4-7-1. Open Carrying of Firearms in Public Places Prohibited.

Pursuant to § 29-11.7-104 of the Colorado General Statutes, as amended, it is unlawful for any person to openly carry any firearm in any public place where there is posted a sign indicating that the open carrying of firearms is prohibited.

The sign referenced in subsection (a) must be at least twelve inches wide and eighteen inches high and located by each public entrance to the public place. Furthermore, the sign must contain the following notice in type that is at least one-half inch in height:

WARNING

IT IS ILLEGAL TO OPENLY CARRY A FIREARM IN THIS PUBLIC AREA.

IF CONVICTED, THE COURTS MAY IMPOSE A FINE OF UP TO $999.00 AND UP TO ONE YEAR IN JAIL FOR A VIOLATION OF THIS PROVISION.

Public place shall mean a place to which the public or a substantial number of the public has access, and includes but is not limited to highways, transportation facilities, schools, places of amusement, parks, playgrounds, and the common areas of public and private buildings and facilities.

This section shall not apply to peace officers.

The City Manager or his designee shall be responsible for determining the public places where the open carrying of firearms shall be prohibited, which may include but is not limited to the following: buildings, sites, and areas, including municipally owned, operated, or leased buildings or properties; recreation facilities; and public parks, trails, or open space.

[Source: Ord. 1343, 2003]