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First things first, I do have my CHL. My county does not have a policy preventing carry by employees as part of an employment agreement. Nor, is the courthouse posted 30.06 I am the County Auditor and have mine and my staff's offices on the 3rd floor of the building.

I believe the Texas codes prevent carrying a handgun in courts and offices used by courts whether one is a CHL holder or not, with exceptions for peace officers meeting certain guidelines, etc.

Can I legally carry in the hallways and in my offices, restrooms, and in the other offices of the courthouse, as long as I do not enter a courtroom, or the offices of the staff of the court???

I have been in the auditor's office for 14 1/2 years and there HAVE been a couple of instances where I would have felt much more comfortable if I had my weapon with me.

I will eventually ask my local district attorney as we deal together on issues every week, but wanted to see what the board thought first.

Thanks,