That’s lawful in Louisiana,” Metropolitan Crime Commission CEO Rafael Goyeneche said. “There’s nothing that can be done legally with respect to people bringing firearms into the French Quarter because of the constitutional carry legislation.

Super Bowl host New Orleans is no stranger to thousands of out-of-town revelers descending upon the city and authorities there did not balk when asked if they’d be greasing their poles. They pointed out that an annual pole-greasing party hosted by a hotel in the French Quarter is how the city kicks off Mardi Gras.

Gov. Jeff Landry announced two enhanced security zones will be in effect around Bourbon Street and the Caesars Superdome throughout Super Bowl weekend.