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greg58:
Here is another twist to the EMS/CHP debate.
I once answered a call while I was carrying my handgun, I ended up driving the squad to the hospital.
I became concerned because the driver typically helps unload the patient, and helps get them into the ER, I did not want to violate the law by carrying into a hospital.
I quietly took off my jacket and left my handgun zipped in a pocket, and left it between the seats in the cab of the squad, I pullled the keys and locked the cab.
I did not spend much time in the hospital and returned to make sure my handgun was secure.
Now I know a lot of professional Depts. have specific rules against guns in an ambulance, mine being a small volunteer Dept. does not.
Typically I lock my weapon in a file cabinet at our station when I go on a call, a cabinet that I control the keys to.
My question is if I was at the hospital on an official assignment, could I have legally carried into the ER, or did I do the right thing?
Greg58

gsd:
Firearms are strictly prohibited in healthcare institutions unless in possession of a LEO. At least that is my interpretation.

DaveB:
And that should also apply to the vehicle. Especially since the injured conceal carry permit holders are not allowed by law. Otherwise it is once again a show of power. What makes it safe for EMS to carry when it is unsafe for a regular Joe that has a permit? This is nothing but double standards for Americans.

gsd:
Dave, to the extent of my knowledge it does apply to the rigs. Technically, Greg58 was breaking the law.

By definition, ambulances and hospital owned vehicles are an extension of the healthcare facility.

Famous556:
FYI the ambulances being referenced are not owned by the hospital.  Technically they are owned by the taxpayers of the fire district.

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