May a concealed carry licensee legally carry a firearm onto Cook County Forest Preserve District property?

In Illinois, the laws regarding where concealed carry licensees may legally carry firearms are quite specific. Under current legislation, Cook County Forest Preserve District property is categorized similarly to other public properties that designate firearm restrictions. In particular, local ordinances can impose stricter regulations on carrying firearms in certain areas.

In the context of Cook County, it has been established that carrying a firearm onto Forest Preserve District property is prohibited, even for those with a concealed carry license. This reflects a broader effort to ensure safety in public recreational areas, where firearms may not be deemed appropriate due to the nature of activities typically conducted there, such as hiking and family outings.

Thus, a concealed carry licensee may not legally carry a firearm onto Cook County Forest Preserve District property, making the assertion that they cannot carry a firearm there valid.