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(A) It is unlawful for any person to discharge a firearm:
(1) Carelessly or heedlessly in wanton disregard for the safety of others; or
(2) Without due caution or circumspection and in a manner so as to endanger any person or property; or
(3) Resulting in the unlawful property damage or bodily injury of another.
(B) It is unlawful for any person to discharge a firearm on the property of another without his or her permission.
(C) It is unlawful to discharge a firearm in any manner which actually results in the projectile leaving the property on which it was fired.
(D) This section shall not be construed as prohibiting discharge of a firearm when used:
(1) In lawful defense of person or property;
(2) To take birds or animals pursuant to Chapter 113, Subchapter IV of the North Carolina General Statutes (G.S. §§ 113-127 et seq.)
(3) Pursuant to lawful directions of law enforcement officers;
(4) By persons lawfully engaged in pest control or the taking of dangerous animals;
(5) By members of the armed forces acting in the line of duty;
(6) At historical ceremonial or commemoration functions held for such purpose, provided that in no event shall live ammunition be used or discharged; or
(7) Firearms training classes taught and supervised by a certified firearms instructor.
(Ord. passed 7-1-2014) Penalty, see §
132.99
It shall be unlawful for any person to display firearms while upon public property of the town. This section shall not apply to any law officer in the discharge of his or her duty or to any individual to defend that individual’s home or person or to prevent the commission of a felony.
Penalty, see § 132.99
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