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MUNICIPAL COURT FACSIMILE: [PHONE REDACTED] TDD: [PHONE REDACTED] PHONE: [PHONE REDACTED] ADMINISTRATIVE ORDER 2016-01 Pursuant to the Court’s authority under Arvada Municipal Code §58-1, the Court hereby enters this Administrative Order prohibiting certain items from being brought into the Municipal Court. SCREENING Security screening is in place at the Arvada Municipal Court to preserve the safety and security of Court facilities, personnel, members of the public, and Court proceedings. Those who wish to enter the Court will be screened for security purposes. Security personnel shall conduct inspections of every person and any briefcase, purse, backpack, package,.or parcel of any kind entering the secured Court area. Security personnel are not permitted to hold personal items. The Municipal Court is not responsible for loss or damage of personal property. ITEMS PROHIBITED FROM COURT The following items are not allowed in the courtroom without prior permission of the Judge: Firearms (including toy, replica, Airsoft or BB guns), ammunition, explosive devices; Knives, razors, silverware, scissors, nail files, knitting needles, martial arts weapons, or any other sharp, edged, or pointed objects; Aerosols (including pepper spray, Mace, or tear gas), flammable or caustic substances; Tools of any kind (including multi-tools), or sports equipment (including helmets, skateboards, etc.); Food or drink - including sealed containers; Alcohol, drugs, or drug paraphernalia other than legal or prescription drugs. Per Arvada Municipal Code, §62-213, it is unlawful to possess marijuana or marijuana accessories on city-owned property. Any item that poses a potential security risk as determined by Court security personnel. p.o. Box 8101 8101 Ralston Road Arvada, Colorado 80001-8101 ---PAGE BREAK--- ADMINISTRATIVE ORDER 2016-01 Page 2 of2 PEACE OFFICERS Peace officers may carry weapons within the secured Court area when on official law enforcement business, including appearing as witnesses. Peace officers on personal business may not cany weapons into the secured Court area. David V. Cooke, Presiding Judge Dated: February 29, 2016