The possession of, use or storage of any firearm, ammunition, explosive device (including fireworks), or other deadly weapon in any form is prohibited on any Northern Kentucky University property or in any facility or on any property owned, leased, or operated by the University, except as permitted by law (K.R.S. 527.020).

"Weapons" include, but are not limited to, martial arts weapons, knives (other than those necessary for cooking or approved university activities, including ROTC), bows and arrows, air guns, shot guns, BB guns, and "deadly weapons" as defined by KRS 500.080(4).

A "destructive device" means any explosive, incendiary or poison gas bomb, grenade, mine, rocket, missile, or similar device and includes the unassembled components from which such a device can be made. [Reference KRS 237.030(1)]

All weapons shall be seized by the Department of Public Safety and held for safe keeping pursuant to established departmental procedures.

Weapons seized by individuals, duly licensed to carry concealed weapons pursuant to KRS 237 shall be returned to said individual upon request and proof of their valid license. Return shall be made off of the university property.

Any university faculty, staff, or student determined to have violated this policy is guilty of misconduct and subject to disciplinary action.