Firearm policies of coporate businesses

[Venator12]

MOC is compiling coporate poilicies on firearms. These businesses allow OC or CC and follow state laws in regards to firearms. MOC works hard on getting stores to allow the lawful carry of firearms for personal defense and follow state law in that regard.

If you have other policies please PM me details and I will update them.
Corporate policies on Open Carry.

BOB EVANS
From:Garrett_Hajes@bobevans.com
Bob Evans - Reference # 536155

We certainly appreciate you taking the time to e-mail regarding our Bob Evans Restaurants.

Bob Evans follows all local, state, and federal laws pertaining to firearms. Please contact your local Bob Evans restaurants for the specific regulations.

Again, Mr. Spice, we appreciate your comments. We value your patronage and appreciate your interest in Bob Evans Farms Inc.

Barnes & Noble
Original Message From: "Mary Ausman" <MJAusman@bn.com>
To: XXXXXXXXXXX
Sent: Monday, July 21, 2008 1:42 PM
Subject: Barnes & Noble

Thank you for your email.

While we are unable to discuss customer situations with an uninvolved third part, to answer your question, Barnes & Noble complies with the law and, except where prohibited by law, does not prohibit its customers from carrying handguns or other firearms in a Barnes & Noble store in accordance with the laws of the state in which a store is located.
Sincerely, Mary Ausman
Supervisor, Customer Retention
Barnes & Noble, Inc. 122 Fifth Avenue New York, NY 10011
tel: (800) 422-7717 fax: (212)352.3660 http://www.barnesandnobleinc.com

Walmart
Policy is to follow the law of the state the store located.
Customer Service1-800-Wal-Mart
(1-800-925-6278) Questions regarding a Wal-Mart Store issue
702 SW 8th Street
Wal-Mart Stores, Inc.
Bentonville, Arkansas 72716-8611

Email contact link: http://walmartstores.com/contactus/feedback.aspx
Audio of Walmart Policy: Walmart_Firearm_Policy_Call.mp3

Cabelas:
Policy is to follow the law of the state the store located.

Thank you for the recent email. I am very sorry for the confusion that took place at our retail location.
Our corporate office has taken action in regards to the below mentioned issue and here is what has been decided.
We have made the decision to comply with state laws in regards to open carry. We do not ask customers to check concealed or open carry weapons where the state has laws governing this situation. Our signs refer to firearms that are being returned or sold to Cabela's.

If you are still having problems please feel free to let us know

Thanks again
Becky
Lead Associate
Cabela's Retail Information
1-800-905-2731
retail.contactgroup<AT>cabelas.com

Toys-R-US

Dear Mr. Ross:

Thank you for contacting Toys R Us regarding the recent tragedy in our store. Naturally, we want our guest's to be safe and feel confident while they are shopping. We adhere to the state law of whatever state a particular store is located in since the governing laws regarding gun control vary across the country. At this time I have not been notified that this will change though I can not guarantee that it won't in the future. I invite you to submit your concerns to our corporate head office for further attention.

Toys R Us
Attn: Gerald Storch (CEO)
1 Geoffrey Way
Wayne, NJ 07470

If you have any further questions or concerns please email us or contact our customer service line at 1-800-869-7787.

Sincerely,
Beverly McCann
Toys R Us Corporate Guest Relations Team

LOWE'S
Dear XXXX XXXX:

Thank you for giving Lowe's the opportunity to respond to your concerns regarding our policy on firearms in our stores.

Lowe's currently does, and will continue to abide by federal, state and local laws regarding firearms, and we do not prohibit customers from carrying firearms into our stores.

Our first and foremost concern is for the safety of our customers, however; we take all comments and concerns from our customers seriously. We are considerate of all customers, and will remain neutral regarding the right to carry firearms. We will respect federal, state and local laws regarding this.

If Lowe's can be of further assistance, please do not hesitate to call 1-866-284-8989 or email execustservice@lowes.com. You may also contact us by mailing your correspondence to P.O. Box 1111, Mail Code CON8, North Wilkesboro, North Carolina 28659.
Thank you,
Julie Holloway
Lowe's Executive Customer Service

BEST BUY's POLICY

from Customer Contact <CustomerContact@bestbuy.com>
to XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX
date Sat, Apr 11, 2009 at 7:31 PM
subject Best Buy Gun policy - XXXXXXXX
mailed-by bestbuy.com

Best Buy strives to comply with all applicable law and statues. Best Buy also strives to provide a safe and comfortable shopping environment for all our customers. Best Buy does not ban guns at our retail locations. As a general rule, Best Buy does not post “no guns allowed” signs in our stores and we are not aware of any individual stores that might have posted such a sign.

Home Depot.

Policy is to follow the law of the state the store located.
http://www.tennesseefirearms.com/law_regs/postedletters/homedepo.pdf

Customer care number. 1-800-430-3376
Contact link: http://www.homedepot.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/ContentView?pn=Contact_Us&langId=-1&storeId=10051&catalogId=10053

Date: Fri, 6 Jun 2008 06:13:57 -0400 (EDT)
From: "HD Consumer Affairs" <hdconsumeraffairs@homedepot.com>
To: warchild44spcl@yahoo.com
Subject: Re: Other Website Questions

Dear Jerry,
The Home Depot Customer Care is in receipt of your email. We appreciate you taking the time to email us. Our general policy is not to ban customers from carrying firearms on the Home Depot property in those states having a concealed firearm law, provided they are carrying the firearm in accordance with the applicable laws.
If the firearm is not concealed in accordance with the carrying permit (typically that means concealed and cannot be seen by members of the public), it is up to the manager based on personal comfort level to approach the individual directly and request them to leave the premises or to contact local law enforcement for purposes of having the individual removed. Thank you for contacting us.

Sincerely,
Ricky
Customer Care

[Clipper]

I have OC'd in the Pierson Rd. Home Depot in Flint without incident...

[ltdave]

we do not prohibit customers from carrying firearms into our stores.

but they DO PROHIBIT employees from carrying on company property. ask me how i know...

ill tell you. their employee manual SAYS SO...

[Jim Simmons]

Most places that allow customers to carry do prohibit employees from carrying. From an insurance standpoint, that makes sense. There's more potential liability from an employee who carries than there is from a customer who carries.

And most of these places will allow concealed carry, but will ask you to leave if you OC.

[zigziggityzoo]

And most of these places will allow concealed carry, but will ask you to leave if you OC.

We had a situation just last week at Cabela's where a customer was asked to leave for OC. Once the manager was made aware of corporate policy, he made sure his employees knew. Yeah, it'll happen once, but once management is aware of their own corp. policy, it tends to never happen again.

[dougwg]

Most places that allow customers to carry do prohibit employees from carrying. From an insurance standpoint, that makes sense. There's more potential liability from an employee who carries than there is from a customer who carries.

And most of these places will allow concealed carry, but will ask you to leave if you OC.

Really? Have you personally experienced this or are you just guessing?

[Venator12]

Most places that allow customers to carry do prohibit employees from carrying. From an insurance standpoint, that makes sense. There's more potential liability from an employee who carries than there is from a customer who carries.

And most of these places will allow concealed carry, but will ask you to leave if you OC.

I have never been asked to leave, I have been asked to cover it up..twice...in all the times I have OCed, but explain I can't cover it up without breaking a law, they were okay with that.

[Venator12]

BEST BUY's POLICY

from Customer Contact <CustomerContact@bestbuy.com>
to XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX
date Sat, Apr 11, 2009 at 7:31 PM
subject Best Buy Gun policy - XXXXXXXX
mailed-by bestbuy.com

Best Buy strives to comply with all applicable law and statues. Best Buy also strives to provide a safe and comfortable shopping environment for all our customers. Best Buy does not ban guns at our retail locations. As a general rule, Best Buy does not post “no guns allowed” signs in our stores and we are not aware of any individual stores that might have posted such a sign.

Added audio of a phone call made by a MOC member with a Best Buy rep. 1-861-229-1100 Best Buy Corp Ph. No.
UPDATE***** Just spoke to Mr. Seng Xiong at Corporate is an Excusitive in Resolutions, Very nice guy, very much a professional, he said
Attachment: Best buy audio.mp3 (Downloaded 6 times)

or go here to hear audio. http://opencarry.mywowbb.com/forum30/24343-3.html

[Jim Simmons]

Good that this is getting documented.

[Venator12]

Good that this is getting documented.
Thanks, that's close to a compliment, are you feeling okay?

[Jim Simmons]

Yes.

[TAC]

I wonder if these businesses realize the law condones open carry. I'm guessing most don't, and as a result they will react unpredictably when they see it. No different than many people on the street.

[dougwg]

Nearly all of the people that question me about my "exposed gun" think it's illegal.

After I assure them it's not illegal darn near ALL of them say "Oh... Okay, cool".

[TAC]

Nearly all of the people that question me about my "exposed gun" think it's illegal.

After I assure them it's not illegal darn near ALL of them say "Oh... Okay, cool".


But of course. Do you think they're going to argue with a man and his gun? :lolup:

[dougwg]

Yeah, but it's a really small gun though.... :)

[Venator12]

Yeah, but it's a really small gun though.... :)
And I have seen his gun and it is very small. About the same size as mine.

[Clipper]

And I have seen his gun and it is very small. About the same size as mine.

...Bet mine's smaller than yours...Wait...:banghead:

[Venator12]

Added Bob Evans.

[mastiff]

I myself carry a big weapon, i guess it is ok for you to admit that you have a small gun, it is the first step to healing yourself.:thup:

It is strange that you know that dougwg has a small gun ?:scratch: :grin: :grin: :grin:

To Mr. Simmons just to make a little correction i carried all over Ohio the other day and had no problems this included,Van wert, Columbus, Dayton, Portsmouth, Mcdormett,Jackson Oh.,Xenia, and Walmarts, rest areas, gas stations, Traveled over 800 miles in Ohio, Indiana, And Not One Problem......

[dougwg]

I myself carry a big weapon, i guess it is ok for you to admit that you have a small gun, it is the first step to healing yourself.:thup:

It is strange that you know that dougwg has a small gun ?:scratch: :grin: :grin: :grin:

To Mr. Simmons just to make a little correction i carried all over Ohio the other day and had no problems this included,Van wert, Columbus, Dayton, Portsmouth, Mcdormett,Jackson Oh.,Xenia, and Walmarts, rest areas, gas stations, Traveled over 800 miles in Ohio, Indiana, And Not One Problem......


Nope nope nope.... you must be a liar, Jim's guess can't be wrong....:shake:

P.S. got that thigh rig done for the AR pistol yet?

[Raspberrysurprise]

I always love the logic that people use when arguing with someone carrying a gun.

When I'm carrying a gun there are only two possibilities, either I am harmless or I am dangerous, not really a middle ground here.

So either I'm harmless and you should leave me alone to go about my business, or I'm dangerous and you must have the brains of a fencepost to be arguing with a dangerous man with a gun. Or you know I'm harmless and are just being an ass by interrupting my day.

Some days people make my head hurt.

[kc8opc]

:yeahthat:

:007:

[_DK_]

McDonalds doesn't seem to mind, I wasn't OC'ing but its was fairly obvious I was carrying as my shirt rode up over my gun a few times when I was chasing my kids through the playplace... None of the other parents said a word to me either. It was the one on Vandyke near 12mile

[mmissile]

If you were carrying concealed, and your firearm was visible....You shouldn't have a CPL. Also, who carries a pistol into a children's play area? Especially when it's being brandished? Expecting a terrorist-toddler?

[zigziggityzoo]

If you were carrying concealed, and your firearm was visible....You shouldn't have a CPL. Also, who carries a pistol into a children's play area? Especially when it's being brandished? Expecting a terrorist-toddler?

Brandished? Sounds like you need to read up on the term.

I carry however I want, open or concealed. There's no LAW stating that if I intend to carry concealed it must STAY that way. my CPL allows me to carry however I please. If I'm concealing and I want to take off my jacket, exposing the gun, I will. Why? because I can. Because my Gun shouldn't define how I conduct my life.

What exactly is wrong with carrying in a children's play area, might I ask? If you're in the play area, does that make you all-of-a-sudden in a safe-zone? No one can harm you there? No crime possible? Or are you worried you might scare the little childrens (which doesn't happen, by the way)?

[dougwg]

It's scary how many ignorant people there are out there.... that have CPL's even.

[mmissile]

All I know is this......if it weren't for the money, the CPL lisencing laws wouldn't have changed. I've carried for decades. I felt safer when there was a legit reason for having a CPL. Lots of folks need them, but lots of other folks shouldn't have kids, let alone carry a firearm. Just cause you haven't been caught being an idiot, doesn't mean you're aren't one. I love all the "I'm gonna tell the man" attitudes so casually flying around these days. We have the rights we're allowed to have, because most people would wet themselves if they really had to confront authority. I'm just waiting for some "hero" to shoot a bunch of folks someplace as he takes out a "bad-guy". With a bunch of folks I've seen in the CPL classes.........oh boy.:wow:

[SADAacp]

All I know is this......if it weren't for the money, the CPL lisencing laws wouldn't have changed. I've carried for decades. I felt safer when there was a legit reason for having a CPL. Lots of folks need them, but lots of other folks shouldn't have kids, let alone carry a firearm. Just cause you haven't been caught being an idiot, doesn't mean you're aren't one. I love all the "I'm gonna tell the man" attitudes so casually flying around these days. We have the rights we're allowed to have, because most people would wet themselves if they really had to confront authority. I'm just waiting for some "hero" to shoot a bunch of folks someplace as he takes out a "bad-guy". With a bunch of folks I've seen in the CPL classes.........oh boy.:wow:

You could give us all your phone number so when the SHTF we can call you as opposed to wasting the 911 dispatchers time. That way, we'd know for certain the "bad-guy" will be the only one taken out. :pistols:

[nisjer05]

All I know is this......if it weren't for the money, the CPL lisencing laws wouldn't have changed. I've carried for decades. I felt safer when there was a legit reason for having a CPL. Lots of folks need them, but lots of other folks shouldn't have kids, let alone carry a firearm. Just cause you haven't been caught being an idiot, doesn't mean you're aren't one. I love all the "I'm gonna tell the man" attitudes so casually flying around these days. We have the rights we're allowed to have, because most people would wet themselves if they really had to confront authority. I'm just waiting for some "hero" to shoot a bunch of folks someplace as he takes out a "bad-guy". With a bunch of folks I've seen in the CPL classes.........oh boy.:wow:


This kind of proves the "Better to let everyone think you are an idiot, rather than open your mouth and confirm their suspicions."

Carrying a gun isn't about making you feel safer. If that is the case, then maybe you shouldn't be going to those places to begin with. Carrying is about exercising your right to be able to protect yourself if a situation should arise. The only legit reason for having a CPL or carrying is because it is my RIGHT.

As the news has shown us, no place is exempt from trouble. Schools, Churches, Nursing Homes, Civic Centers, all places that have been shot up over the last few months, All places that people usually feel "safe". A play area at a fast food joint or a mall would be one of those places I am more inclined to carry, because my future is running around out there.

[burgundyyears]

Oh boy, we've got a live one who pines for the old-fashioned gun board days. He is upset that his ex-LEO status or personal friendship with the sheriff or the prosecutor isn't as valuable as it once was.

Lots of folks need them, but lots of other folks shouldn't have kids, let alone carry a firearm.


Thankfully, your opinion on both matters is irrelevant.

I'm just waiting for some "hero" to shoot a bunch of folks someplace as he takes out a "bad-guy". With a bunch of folks I've seen in the CPL classes.........oh boy.:wow:

No wild west shootouts I've ever heard of in any shall-issue states, ever. I think you'll be waiting for a long while yet.

[who dat]

All I know is this......if it weren't for the money, the CPL lisencing laws wouldn't have changed. I've carried for decades. I felt safer when there was a legit reason for having a CPL. Lots of folks need them, but lots of other folks shouldn't have kids, let alone carry a firearm. Just cause you haven't been caught being an idiot, doesn't mean you're aren't one. I love all the "I'm gonna tell the man" attitudes so casually flying around these days. We have the rights we're allowed to have, because most people would wet themselves if they really had to confront authority. I'm just waiting for some "hero" to shoot a bunch of folks someplace as he takes out a "bad-guy". With a bunch of folks I've seen in the CPL classes.........oh boy.:wow:
And exactly what reasons would those be? Would you be the decider?

I thought we got past Neanderthal attitudes like this years ago.

[zigziggityzoo]

And exactly what reasons would those be? Would you be the decider?

I thought we got past Neanderthal attitudes like this years ago.


Yes, I need a reason to exercise a RIGHT.

think about it. Long and hard.

Look, we let anyone and everyone drive a car. And look at all the idiots killing each other day in, day out. They don't need a reason to get a driver's license, and that's a PRIVILEGE! The right to bear arms is constitutionally protected, and you're telling me I need a REASON to exercise it?!

[PhotoTom]

FOLKS...
Let's keep it civil...remember the topic at hand:
"Firearm policies of corporate businesses"

- Mod

MOC is compiling coporate poilicies on firearms. These businesses allow OC or CC and follow state laws in regards to firearms. MOC works hard on getting stores to allow the lawful carry of firearms for personal defense and follow state law in that regard.

If you have other policies please PM me details and I will update them.
Corporate policies on Open Carry.

BOB EVANS
From:Garrett_Hajes@bobevans.com
Bob Evans - Reference # 536155

We certainly appreciate you taking the time to e-mail regarding our Bob Evans Restaurants.

Bob Evans follows all local, state, and federal laws pertaining to firearms. Please contact your local Bob Evans restaurants for the specific regulations.

Again, Mr. Spice, we appreciate your comments. We value your patronage and appreciate your interest in Bob Evans Farms Inc.

Barnes & Noble
Original Message From: "Mary Ausman" <MJAusman@bn.com>
To: XXXXXXXXXXX
Sent: Monday, July 21, 2008 1:42 PM
Subject: Barnes & Noble

Thank you for your email.

While we are unable to discuss customer situations with an uninvolved third part, to answer your question, Barnes & Noble complies with the law and, except where prohibited by law, does not prohibit its customers from carrying handguns or other firearms in a Barnes & Noble store in accordance with the laws of the state in which a store is located.
Sincerely, Mary Ausman
Supervisor, Customer Retention
Barnes & Noble, Inc. 122 Fifth Avenue New York, NY 10011
tel: (800) 422-7717 fax: (212)352.3660 http://www.barnesandnobleinc.com

Walmart
Policy is to follow the law of the state the store located.
Customer Service1-800-Wal-Mart
(1-800-925-6278) Questions regarding a Wal-Mart Store issue
702 SW 8th Street
Wal-Mart Stores, Inc.
Bentonville, Arkansas 72716-8611

Email contact link: http://walmartstores.com/contactus/feedback.aspx
Audio of Walmart Policy: Walmart_Firearm_Policy_Call.mp3

Cabelas:
Policy is to follow the law of the state the store located.

Thank you for the recent email. I am very sorry for the confusion that took place at our retail location.
Our corporate office has taken action in regards to the below mentioned issue and here is what has been decided.
We have made the decision to comply with state laws in regards to open carry. We do not ask customers to check concealed or open carry weapons where the state has laws governing this situation. Our signs refer to firearms that are being returned or sold to Cabela's.

If you are still having problems please feel free to let us know

Thanks again
Becky
Lead Associate
Cabela's Retail Information
1-800-905-2731
retail.contactgroup<AT>cabelas.com

Toys-R-US

Dear Mr. Ross:

Thank you for contacting Toys R Us regarding the recent tragedy in our store. Naturally, we want our guest's to be safe and feel confident while they are shopping. We adhere to the state law of whatever state a particular store is located in since the governing laws regarding gun control vary across the country. At this time I have not been notified that this will change though I can not guarantee that it won't in the future. I invite you to submit your concerns to our corporate head office for further attention.

Toys R Us
Attn: Gerald Storch (CEO)
1 Geoffrey Way
Wayne, NJ 07470

If you have any further questions or concerns please email us or contact our customer service line at 1-800-869-7787.

Sincerely,
Beverly McCann
Toys R Us Corporate Guest Relations Team

LOWE'S
Dear XXXX XXXX:

Thank you for giving Lowe's the opportunity to respond to your concerns regarding our policy on firearms in our stores.

Lowe's currently does, and will continue to abide by federal, state and local laws regarding firearms, and we do not prohibit customers from carrying firearms into our stores.

Our first and foremost concern is for the safety of our customers, however; we take all comments and concerns from our customers seriously. We are considerate of all customers, and will remain neutral regarding the right to carry firearms. We will respect federal, state and local laws regarding this.

If Lowe's can be of further assistance, please do not hesitate to call 1-866-284-8989 or email execustservice@lowes.com. You may also contact us by mailing your correspondence to P.O. Box 1111, Mail Code CON8, North Wilkesboro, North Carolina 28659.
Thank you,
Julie Holloway
Lowe's Executive Customer Service

BEST BUY's POLICY

from Customer Contact <CustomerContact@bestbuy.com>
to XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX
date Sat, Apr 11, 2009 at 7:31 PM
subject Best Buy Gun policy - XXXXXXXX
mailed-by bestbuy.com

Best Buy strives to comply with all applicable law and statues. Best Buy also strives to provide a safe and comfortable shopping environment for all our customers. Best Buy does not ban guns at our retail locations. As a general rule, Best Buy does not post “no guns allowed” signs in our stores and we are not aware of any individual stores that might have posted such a sign.

Home Depot.

Policy is to follow the law of the state the store located.
http://www.tennesseefirearms.com/law_regs/postedletters/homedepo.pdf

Customer care number. 1-800-430-3376
Contact link: http://www.homedepot.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/ContentView?pn=Contact_Us&langId=-1&storeId=10051&catalogId=10053

Date: Fri, 6 Jun 2008 06:13:57 -0400 (EDT)
From: "HD Consumer Affairs" <hdconsumeraffairs@homedepot.com>
To: warchild44spcl@yahoo.com
Subject: Re: Other Website Questions

Dear Jerry,
The Home Depot Customer Care is in receipt of your email. We appreciate you taking the time to email us. Our general policy is not to ban customers from carrying firearms on the Home Depot property in those states having a concealed firearm law, provided they are carrying the firearm in accordance with the applicable laws.
If the firearm is not concealed in accordance with the carrying permit (typically that means concealed and cannot be seen by members of the public), it is up to the manager based on personal comfort level to approach the individual directly and request them to leave the premises or to contact local law enforcement for purposes of having the individual removed. Thank you for contacting us.

Sincerely,
Ricky
Customer Care

[zigziggityzoo]

FOLKS...
Let's keep it civil...remember the topic at hand:
"Firearm policies of corporate businesses"

- Mod

Thanks for bringin' it back.

[_DK_]

If you were carrying concealed, and your firearm was visible....You shouldn't have a CPL. Also, who carries a pistol into a children's play area? Especially when it's being brandished? Expecting a terrorist-toddler?

Since this was directed at me... I carry my pistol wherever it is legal for me to do so... To Protect myself and my family. No one else. At no time was my pistol in my hand, so I wasn't brandishing. I carry in a IWB holster and a few times I noticed my shirt rose over my grip. No one paniced, no one called the cops, no employees said anything. We were there almost 3 hours while the kids played...

[ghostrider]

DFTT

Waaay OT.

[BOSS302]

Deleted

[_DK_]

Mod's

Can you move my post and the related replies to the dump?

I did not intend to cause crap in this thread... I only intended to note that Mcdonalds seemed gun owner friendly, or at least not Unfriendly

[mitrail400ex]

Not sure if it's of noting, but Ford Motor Company has a policy of "No Weapons Allowed" on company property or in company vehicles. That supposedly includes employees, guests, and contractors.

[TAC]

Not sure if it's of noting, but Ford Motor Company has a policy of "No Weapons Allowed" on company property or in company vehicles. That supposedly includes employees, guests, and contractors.

I read somewhere recently that an employer could no longer prevent you from keeping your weapon in your vehicle while parked on their property. I'll try to hunt down the source.

That's not to say they can't terminate your employment if they feel like it.

[Venator12]

I read somewhere recently that an employer could no longer prevent you from keeping your weapon in your vehicle while parked on their property. I'll try to hunt down the source.

That's not to say they can't terminate your employment if they feel like it.
This was in Florida.