Kentucky State Sign Regulations

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Our Kentucky State-Specific Signs Compliance – Resource Bulletin will help you understand a variety of signage rules, regulations and requirements enacted in the state. Topics include:

  • No smoking signs
  • Swimming pool signs
  • Concealed weapon signs
  • Cell phone signs
  • Baby surrender signs

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Bulletin Overview

No Smoking Signs

The State of Kentucky bans smoking in all state owned or operated workplaces including government buildings, universities, hospitals, nursing homes, and correctional facilities. The law became effective on 7/15/2010. Numerous municipalities in Kentucky have adopted smoking bans for privately owned workplaces. (61.165)

Swimming Pool Signs

The “Kentucky Public Swimming and Bathing Facilities Administrative Regulation” stipulates the rules governing the use of public swimming pools and spas. The code became effective in 1988 and requires the posting of signs at public swimming pools and spas. (902 KAR 10:120)

Concealed Weapon Signs

The State of Kentucky allows residents of the state to carry a concealed firearm (CCW) provided they have been issued a permit granted by the local sheriff in the county in which they reside. Among the requirements for issuing a permit are; an applicant must be at least 21 years old, has not been convicted of a felony, is not addicted to any controlled substance, does not have a documented mental illness, and has completed an approved firearms safety course. There are certain places such as, schools, law enforcement facilities, taverns, government buildings, etc. where CCW is forbidden even with a permit. Kentucky honors the CCW permits of all other states. (KRS 237.110)

Cell Phone Signs

The State of Kentucky bans the use of hand-held cell phones for texting communications by all drivers of motorized vehicles. Drivers under 18 years of age and school bus drivers are forbidden from using hand-held cell phones for voice communication as well. The law, HB415, became effective on 1/1/2011.

Baby Surrender Signs

Since the first baby surrender (safe-haven) law was enacted in Texas in 1999, all U.S. states, as well as the District of Columbia, have passed safe-haven legislation. The laws allow an unharmed infant to be relinquished to the proper authorities.