Opinion of the Justices

The following resolution, Senate Resolution No. 17, was adopted by the Senate on June 30, 1983, and filed in this court on July 7, 1983:

“Whereas, a recent ruling in a courtroom of this state regarding the possession of guns by police officers in that courtroom has resulted in a difficult situation which needs to be resolved; and

“Whereas, the New Hampshire Senate is concerned that a prolonged dispute about this matter could consume a disproportionate amount of judicial time and energy; and.

“Whereas, the rights of all the parties concerned should be clarified; now therefore, be it

*511“Resolved by…