A. Definitions: For the purpose of this section, the following terms shall have the meanings ascribed to them in this subsection:
FIREARMS: Any device which will, or is designed to or may readily be converted to, expel a projectile by the action of gunpowder or any other explosive substance or by the action of compressed gas. The term shall include, but is not limited to, any BB gun, pellet gun or paint ball gun. The term "firearm" shall not include devices used to propel water.
RECKLESS: To act carelessly and heedlessly or without due caution and circumspection.
WEAPON: Any firearm, cross bow and bolt, or bow and arrow.
B. Prohibited Conduct:
1. No person shall discharge any weapon in a reckless manner.
2. No person shall discharge any weapon in the direction of any person, vehicle, or dwelling or in any manner that any projectile discharged from the weapon could reasonably strike any person, vehicle or dwelling. The provision of this subsection shall not prohibit the discharge of a paint ball gun towards another individual when that individual is participating in a consensual competition, or game.
3. No person shall possess a loaded weapon while intoxicated or while under the influence of any drug or controlled substance. (Ord. 2005-09, 5-24-2005)
C. Penalty: A violation of this section is a misdemeanor and is punishable as provided in section 1-4-1 of this Code. (Ord. 2005-09, 5-24-2005; amd. 2018 Code)