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by Charles L. Cotton
Fri Mar 03, 2006 9:04 pm
Forum: Goals for 2007
Topic: Let's not forget employer parking lots
Replies: 29
Views: 19697

racer32 wrote:I had a conversation with an LEO last week who stated that it was illegal for me to leave my pistol in the car when I went into the building. I believe he is not correct, but nevertheless have been leaving my pistol at home out of fear of prosecution/harrassment/loss of my job if my carry weapon was found in the parking lot while I was at work.
He's dead wrong! TPC §46.03(a)(1) is clear, firearms are only prohibited on the "premises" of a school and the word "premises" is defined to include only buildings (TPC§46.03(c)(1) adopting TPC §46.035(f)(3)). Also off limits are school busses and school grounds where school activities are on-going, such as football practice.

If you see this same LEO again, show him copies of the relevant sections of the Penal Code. Many times such erroneous statements are simply mistakes based upon lack of familiarity with a particular portion of the Penal Code. If he/she persists after being shown the Penal Code sections, then you’ll know it’s intentional. Also, if an arrest is made by a LEO knowing there is no basis in law or fact, then the LEO can be sued under §1983 - civil rights violation.

Regards,
Chas.
by Charles L. Cotton
Tue Aug 02, 2005 9:19 am
Forum: Goals for 2007
Topic: Let's not forget employer parking lots
Replies: 29
Views: 19697

I can't speak for the entire TSRA Legislative Committee, but I believe this may be the flagship bill for 2007. Right behind it, if I have my way, will be a revision to the definition of "premises" and a clarification of what constitutes a school.

Regards,
Chas.

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