Bobson
Member
What are the legalities, provided they exist, of carrying in a medical facility?
Is it an issue that's addressed at the state level, or are individual facilities allowed to set their own rules on the matter? Seems like most hospitals and clinics I've been to have "No weapons" policies addressed with signs at entrance points, but I'm almost positive I've been to others that didn't have any signs (though I can't remember any specific locations now).
I'm wondering because I'm studying to go into the medical field, and want to work in a hospital. I would prefer to carry at work, but I'm not going to break the rules to do it. I am willing to relocate to other states where specific "carry-friendly" hospitals exist, obviously provided other conditions are also met. My wife and I have already decided we will almost certainly move away from Washington state after I finish school.
I would particularly appreciate advice from others who work in the medical field, but I'm definitely open to anyone with wisdom to share.
Thanks for the help.
Is it an issue that's addressed at the state level, or are individual facilities allowed to set their own rules on the matter? Seems like most hospitals and clinics I've been to have "No weapons" policies addressed with signs at entrance points, but I'm almost positive I've been to others that didn't have any signs (though I can't remember any specific locations now).
I'm wondering because I'm studying to go into the medical field, and want to work in a hospital. I would prefer to carry at work, but I'm not going to break the rules to do it. I am willing to relocate to other states where specific "carry-friendly" hospitals exist, obviously provided other conditions are also met. My wife and I have already decided we will almost certainly move away from Washington state after I finish school.
I would particularly appreciate advice from others who work in the medical field, but I'm definitely open to anyone with wisdom to share.
Thanks for the help.