Weapons & Explosives

WEAPONS & EXPLOSIVES

The possession, use, and distribution of weapons and explosives (including fireworks) are prohibited and can be considered a felony in the state of Minnesota. “Weapons” include any firearm, whether loaded or unloaded, any device designed as a weapon or through its use is capable of producing bodily harm or death, or any device or instrument which is used to threaten or cause bodily harm or death. Examples of weapons include but are not limited to: guns (including air guns), knives, clubs, brass knuckles, nunchucks, throwing stars, and ammunition (live or discharged). Examples of explosives include, but are not limited to, firecrackers and smoke bombs. “Possession” includes having a weapon or explosive on one’s person or in any area subject to one’s control, at school, on or near school premises, or at school-sponsored activities. Responses to the violation are as follows: 1. The weapon will be confiscated. 2. The student will be immediately suspended. 3. The police and other appropriate authorities will be notified. 4. In the case of firearms, the student will be expelled for one (1) year. This requirement may be modified by the School Board on a case-by-case basis. If expulsion is being considered for possession of weapons other than firearms, the Principal and the Superintendent‘s designee will investigate the incident and recommend to the Superintendent appropriate discipline pursuant to school regulations in compliance with the Pupil Fair Dismissal Act. This policy includes “look like” weapons (District Regulation EG-3109).

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