Bank Carrying

[DocGlock86]

I was talking to a friend of mine about carrying and we got on the subject of carrying in a bank. He was under the impression that a bank was a federal building and that you could not carry a gun in a federal building. I honestly never thought about it. Are banks consider federal? Do you carry in a bank? OC/CC?


I have always carried but assumed no signs stating no firearms posted it was okay execpt for what the law states. (Schools, government buildings, etc.)

 

[JosephR]

They are not federal buildings just because the money is backed by the federal government, just as the post office is not federal property just because mail tampering, theft and fraud is a federal offense.

Banks are private as hell. If they were gov't, they wouldn't be losing money (well maybe they would) but that's besides the point.

 

[jsgolfman]

Banks are not federal buildings. You may carry in a bank.

 

[00BlasterResto]

I kinda the same question, I was not sure so I went in holster only just to see if they would jump my crap. They said nothing, not sure they noticed though"paddle holster sticks under shirt and is kinda bulky" I assumed there would be a sighn on the door or something, but nope nothing.
I personaly don't know law wise and I don't think I would any way, but its a good question.

 

[tskin]

Banks are not federal buildings, but I'm 99.99% sure a post office is & carrying a firearm is not legal there? Is that not correct?

 

[citizenvain]

They are not federal buildings just because the money is backed by the federal government, just as the post office is not federal property just because mail tampering, theft and fraud is a federal offense.

Are you sure about the Post Office? If I'm not mistaken, they're considered federal property and so are their vehicles. But I could be wrong. My post office as the "No Guns" sign prominently placed indicating it would be a federal offense.

 

[JosephR]

The PO is never in any list I've seen...

 

[INMIline]

I don't carry in my bank. I always just figured it was against the law. But these guys are right they are private, why not?

 

[JosephR]

Not mentioned here

http://www.in.gov/isp/files/firearms_FAQ_02_08.pdf

 

[citizenvain]

I think it may be one of those things where we just may never know. I found this discussion on the web: Question about concealed carry in a Post Office Robert Louis Williamson’s Weblog

I have to admit a lot of the comments are over my head.

 

[chasekerion4]

Not mentioned here

http://www.in.gov/isp/files/firearms_FAQ_02_08.pdf

I don't think it mentioned state/federal buildings either....

 

[jsgolfman]

The post office question has been out there for some time, it's just that no one wants to be the test case. Some of the key language has to do with the phrase "lawful purposes" and whether that means someone licensed to carry can legally do so.

 

[JosephR]

well, legally carrying is lawful when it's not unlawful, isn't it? sheeesh.

 

[mettle]

The Post Office's in my area all have signs clearly stating 'no firearms'. It is a Federal building, you'd be doing good to not carry in it, just to be on the safe side of things.

 

[JosephR]

it is specifically stated that rules against carrying a deadly weapon do not pertain to those carrying lawfully. carrying with a permit and no intent of foul play is lawful.

 

[USMC_0311]

Banks could be Federal Buildings real soon.

 

[DocGlock86]

Cool thanks for ya'lls input. I just never thought about it and I wanted to be sure that I was giving out good information to my buddy.

 

[melensdad]

I was talking to a friend of mine about carrying and we got on the subject of carrying in a bank. He was under the impression that a bank was a federal building and that you could not carry a gun in a federal building. I honestly never thought about it. Are banks consider federal? Do you carry in a bank? OC/CC?

Generally I CC, but do OC from time to time. I've OC'd in at least 2 different branches of the First Midwest Bank in Lake County, never had a problem. Then again, they know me in the bank branches as a regular customer. I've CC'ed in them many times. When I CC it is rare that I try to make sure my gun is covered so if my jacket flashes open I don't do anything special to conceal. I think by now they know I carry in their branches!

 

[tskin]

Banks could be Federal Buildings real soon.

Unfortunately that's very true. Hell, with these clowns in office - the malls could be federal property before it's all said & done.

 

[Bubbajms]

I remember when Ohio first passed their Concealed Carry Permit.. Businesses are allowed to post "No Firearms" signs if they'd like, and many of the banks did. Almost as quickly, though, the signs disappeared, thanks to a lot of those "No Guns, No $$" cards and letters..

I carry into the bank for work all the time with no problem..