(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; or
(6) At historical ceremonial or commemoration functions held for such purpose, provided that in no event shall live ammunition be used or discharged.
(Am. Ord. O-09-8, passed 8-10-2009; Am. Ord. O-09-9, passed 8-10-2009)
Penalty, see § 131.99
Cross-reference:
Parades, see Chapter 91 of this code of ordinances
Statutory reference:
Similar provisions, see G.S. §§ 160A-189, 160A-183
Weapons in parades, see G.S. § 14-277.2