(a) No person shall use any device to discharge a noxious gas or liquid in an enclosed room in any Group A occupancy, classified in accordance with Chapter 14B-3 of this Code, or in an enclosed room in any restaurant, bar or tavern that is a Group B or M occupancy as defined in that chapter, if more than 20 persons are present in that room, unless the person is a peace officer, as defined in Section 8-20-010 of this Code, engaged in law enforcement activity. As used in this section, "noxious gas or liquid" means mace, pepper spray or any other substance that is intended or designed to cause irritation to the eyes, nose or mouth, or to cause nausea.
(b) Any person who violates this section is guilty of a misdemeanor that is punishable by a fine $500.00, or 30 days imprisonment, or both, for each offense.
(Added Coun. J. 4-9-03, p. 106979, § 1; Amend Coun. J. 11-8-12, p. 38872, § 159; Amend Coun. J. 4-10-19, p. 100029, Art. II, § 94)