Weapon Possession
Possessing a weapon such as but not limited to a firearm, any type of gun, knife, club, firecracker, explosive, spoked wristband, chains, or other item that may cause or is intended to cause injury or death. This specifically includes “lookalike” guns and knives, such as toys. (Weapons covered by the Gun-Free Schools Act are defined under Firearm, Possession/Use.).
*** “Possession”, includes not only possession on one’s physical person, but also custody and control. Thus, a student may be found in possession of any item if the item is in the student’s backpack, locker, car, or elsewhere, if subject to the student’s custody and control.
| Type of Weapon Possession | Consequences – Elementary | Consequences – Middle/High |
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| Asterisk (*) Indicates Required action | ||
| Weapon possession, first offense |
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| Weapon possession, second offense |
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