§ 131.16 DISCHARGE OF FIREARMS.
   (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