Carrying at Work and Employer Policies
Minnesota law does not prohibit you from carrying at your place of employment if you have a valid permit — but your employer may.
🏢 What the Law Allows:
- With a valid Minnesota Permit to Carry, you may legally carry at work unless it’s otherwise prohibited by law (e.g., courthouses, schools, etc.)
- State law does not restrict carrying in private businesses — but employers have the right to set policies
📋 Employer Policies Matter:
- Your employer can prohibit employees from carrying while on duty or on company property
- Violating a company’s no-carry policy is not a crime — but it can result in disciplinary action or termination
- If you are unsure of your workplace policy, ask or check your employee handbook
🚫 Special Cases:
- Federal workplaces, schools, and government buildings follow separate rules and often ban firearms completely
- Private contractors working in prohibited zones must follow location-specific restrictions
Always check and respect your employer’s policies. While you may have the legal right to carry, that doesn’t override workplace rules.