Prohibition on firearms in sensitive places.
Saint Paul Legislative Code § 225A.10
in effectSec. 225A.10. - Prohibition on firearms in sensitive places.
(a) Firearms prohibited in sensitive places. Possession of any firearm in any sensitive place within the City is prohibited.
(b) Penalties. Any person who violates Subsection (a) is guilty of a misdemeanor and subject to a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1,000.00) imprisonment not to exceed ninety (90) days, or both. Each day a violation continues must be counted as a separate offense. Nothing in this section shall preclude the City from seeking injunctive or other equitable relief to prevent or abate violations.
(c) Exceptions. The prohibition shall not apply to:
(1) Firearms carried by authorized City personnel in the course of their official duties;
(2) Persons who are otherwise expressly authorized by state law to possess firearms on premises notwithstanding municipal prohibition (e.g., as provided by state or federal law); or
(3) Situations where possession of a firearm is necessary to render medical aid or address another imminent emergency, provided the person notifies facility staff or law enforcement as soon as practicable.
(Ord. No. 25-65, § 2, 11-12-25)
Source: City of Saint Paul, Minnesota, City Charter, Legislative Code and Administrative Code (Municode Library, library.municode.com)URL: https://library.municode.com/mn/st._paul/codes/code_of_ordinances?nodeId=PTIILECO_TITXXIIIPUHESAWE_CH225AFIRE_S225A.10PRFISEPLFetched: 11/1/2026