DENVER — Allowing people to carry concealed firearms in city buildings and parks makes those places less safe, Denver officials contend, and now the City Council is poised to make it illegal even for people with concealed carry permits.
Violators would face fines of up to $999 if they are found with a gun in City Hall, the Carla Madison Recreation Center, Washington Park or any other park or building owned or even partially leased by the city of Denver, should the council approve the new ban later this month.
Opponents are decrying the ordinance as an infringement on constitutional rights that will expose Denverites to more danger by leaving them unarmed.
