§ 66-13. Dangerous weapons; discharge.

(a)

It shall be unlawful for any person to discharge any gun, pistol, rifle, firearm, archery equipment, crossbow, slingshot, or any other weapon designed as an air projectile, or an air rifle or air pistol of any description by whatever name known that by means of compressed air, compressed gas, springs, or any other means is capable of discharging shots, pellets, or any solid object at a velocity in excess of 300 feet per second, within or across the city limits.

(b)

This section shall not prohibit the discharge of a firearm by a police officer in the discharge of his official duties.

(c)

This section shall not prevent the reasonable discharge of a weapon for the necessary and lawful protection of one's person, premises or property, unless such discharge be done in a reckless or negligent manner.

(d)

This section shall not prohibit the discharge of a weapon at a range or other similar location specifically designed and operated by a governmental entity, a branch of the armed services or a responsible organization existing for the purpose of operating and maintaining the range, provided that such governmental entity, branch of the armed services or responsible organization shall have first obtained a permit from the city council to do so.

(Ord. No. 95, § 1, 11-23-53; Code 1973, § 13-15; Ord. No. 1486, § 1, 7-23-90)

State law reference

For similar provisions, see V.T.C.A., Penal Code § 42.01.