(A) Definitions. For the purpose of this section, the following definitions shall apply unless the context clearly indicates or requires a different meaning.
FIREARM. Any firearm capable of propelling a projectile, including but not limited to any rifle, shotgun or any hand gun, air rifle or hand gun,
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2 rifle or hand gun within the Elkin Town Limits.
(B) Prohibitions. Except for the exceptions hereafter set forth, it shall be unlawful for any person or members of a corporation, firm or organization to discharge any firearm capable of propelling a projectile, including but not limited to any rifle, shotgun or any hand gun, air rifle or hand gun,
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2 rifle or hand gun within the Elkin Town Limits.
(C) Permitted exceptions to this section.
(1) When properly utilizing an indoor firing range which has been approved by the town and fully complies with all federal, state and town laws, rules and regulations.
(2) When firing a firearm which does not propel a projectile at:
(a) A funeral or other ceremony where Military Honors are presented; or
(b) At a Town of Elkin Special Event which has been permitted by the town provided that the special event permit expressly identifies the type of firearm that will be fired and further states that no projectile will be propelled from said firearm.
(3) Nothing in this section shall be construed to prevent any citizen from discharging a firearm when “lawfully” defending his or her person or property.
(4) Nothing in this section shall be construed to limit or prevent any sworn law enforcement officer from discharging his firearm in the performance of his/her sworn duties.
(Ord. eff. 2-18-1965; Ord. eff. - - ; Ord. 2018-01-0001, eff. 1-8-2018) Penalty, see § 130.99