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Good idea to have a small safe in your vehicle. At could at least slow thieves down.We're going to see Hamilton soon at the Keller Auditorium in Portland. I know they say no concealed carry at the theatre, but is there any actual enforcement of it? I'm really just wondering if there's been any updates in the last two years like metal detectors. Someone asked this same question 2 years ago and there wasn't any then, but I've seen something from Keller saying they've updated security. Would just rather not leave my gun in the car in the great city of Portland and it's absolutely coming with me. If anyone has been recently that would be fantastic. Thanks!
Normally I would say that it's a private company and they have the legal right to restrict firearms on their property, but it seems Portland 5 is a division of Metro who is responsible for operating Keller Auditorium, The New Theatre, and The Schnitz - while these properties are owned by the City of Portland. The question would be what statutory authority the government has to restrict lawful concealed carry on public property. I immediately think of ORS 166.370 which says it is unlawful to carry in a "public building". The definition of a public building from that ORS is;Technology pretty much means CHLs can no longer participate in society. What can be done about this?
You used to could carry concealed at PSU, I don't think it's changed.Normally I would say that it's a private company and they have the legal right to restrict firearms on their property, but it seems Portland 5 is a division of Metro who is responsible for operating Keller Auditorium, The New Theatre, and The Schnitz - while these properties are owned by the City of Portland. The question would be what statutory authority the government has to restrict lawful concealed carry on public property. I immediately think of ORS 166.370 which says it is unlawful to carry in a "public building". The definition of a public building from that ORS is;
"A hospital, a capitol building, a public or private school, as defined in ORS 339.315 (Report required if person has unlawful firearm or destructive device), a college or university, a city hall or the residence of any state official elected by the state at large, and the grounds adjacent to each such building. The term also includes that portion of any other building occupied by an agency of the state or by a city, a county, a district as defined in ORS 198.010 ("District" defined for chapter) or any other entity that falls within the definition of "municipal corporation" in ORS 297.405 (Definitions for ORS 297.020, 297.230, 297.405 to 297.740 and 297.990), other than a court facility."
Bolded the section in particular that I think applies here. Oregon law gives them the authority. Whether or not its constitutional would be up to the courts. I personally don't think it is if you're interpreting from an originalist perspective but good luck getting any court on the west coast to side with the 2A on a matter like this.
it has. The antis passed a new law last session expanding gun free zones to some public buildings and colleges.You used to could carry concealed at PSU, I don't think it's changed.
Keeping politics out of it? Not to worry, the cast will possibly take a moment in the production to support Hamas and degrade Israel. Mark my words! It may be subtle, or they may stop the show to blurt out some senseless propaganda. I'm sure they'll toss a few Trump jabs in there too. Did you miss the time when they targeted and called out Vice President Elect Mike Pence in the audience? That's one production, if not all that I'll never attend. Hollywood and Broadway have turned far to left to be supported by any sane firearms enthiusiast no matter which party you stand with.I grew up loving all things theatre and keep my politics out of it. The fact that it all happens in Portland is a seriously unfortunate side effect... Hence the post.
If I recall correctly didn't PSU disarm their campus LEOS a few years back?it has. The antis passed a new law last session expanding gun free zones to some public buildings and colleges.
I liked every short story in this except Meal Ticket.They should have a gat check/storage in the lobby like fine entertainment emporiums of olde, then we'd all be safe.
The odds of needing a gun in Portland to defend myself are much higher than than needing a gun to defend myself in my city of residence and I always carry a gun when I am out and about in Central Oregon. I have been very successful at avoiding dangerous situations in my life by staying away from dangerous areas and especially staying away from dangerous areas where it is guarantied the only people carrying guns are criminals. When I do go to Portland I do not carry my usual 9mm, I carry a .45 acp. If I am going to be searched at an entrance to make sure that all the thugs hanging around outside know for sure that I am an easy unarmed target I simply won't go there... ever! If that means I never see another Winterhawks game or anything else at the Moda center, so be it! I am not going to pay for the privilege of being put at extra risk in a high crime area!or just leave the gun at home and go enjoy yourself w/o the hassles. the odds are good you won't need it that day either.
It isn't the venue that worries me! It is the walk from the venue back to my car after the event through crapsville that I have no desire for! I would be fine with checking my gun at the door with everyone else knowing that I will be picking it upon leaving the venue!They should have a gat check/storage in the lobby like fine entertainment emporiums of olde, then we'd all be safe.
That changed too.You used to could carry concealed at PSU, I don't think it's changed.
I think so, but it didnt affect CHL holders then.If I recall correctly didn't PSU disarm their campus LEOS a few years back?
The current situation is deeper than just private property rights. In 2021 the antis passed SB551 which basically made Oregon a signage state (like Texas) for publicly owned buildings including all private and public schools (colleges etc.).Normally I would say that it's a private company and they have the legal right to restrict firearms on their property, but it seems Portland 5 is a division of Metro who is responsible for operating Keller Auditorium, The New Theatre, and The Schnitz - while these properties are owned by the City of Portland.
Nonviolent noncompliance. Carry concealed everywhere regardless of what signs are up. The criminals are going to regardless.Technology pretty much means CHLs can no longer participate in society. What can be done about this?
In other words, take one for the team. The problem with this is CCW people are in the minority, nobodys gonna care how many get convicted and lose their guns and rights.Nonviolent noncompliance. Carry concealed everywhere regardless of what signs are up. The criminals are going to regardless.
We need to repeal prohibition in public spaces/buildings as unconstitutional or we need a law that says if we cant then it should be mandatory the place needs to provide safe gun check in storage.What can be done about this?