(A) For the purpose of this section "FIREARMS" shall mean any instrument capable of propelling a projectile by the action of the gunpowder exploded within it, or by the action of compressed air, CO2, or other gases and shall include, but is not limited to B.B. guns, or pellet guns, pistols or handguns, rifles, shotguns, and automatic weapons.
(B) This section shall not apply to the discharge of a firearm by a peace officer in the line of duty nor to the discharge of a firearm by a citizen in circumstances reasonably necessary for same.
(C) The discharge of any firearm within the city limits is prohibited.
(Ord. 86-10, passed 6-25-86)