A. Definition: Whenever the term “weapon” is used in this section, the term shall mean any instrument, used in the propulsion of shot, shell or bullets or other harmful objects by the action of gunpowder exploded within it, or by the action of compressed air within it, or by the power of springs, rubber bands, or by the power of a bow and string, and including what are commonly known as air rifles and BB guns, slingshots, bow and arrows, etc.
B. Concealed Weapons: Without a properly issued concealed weapons permit, it shall be unlawful for any person to carry concealed upon his person any brass knuckles, revolver, pistol, dagger, stilettos or other deadly weapon.
C. Discharge Of Weapons Prohibited: It shall be unlawful for any person to discharge weapons of any kind or description within the limits of the city; provided however, that this shall not apply to police officers in the discharge of their duties.
D. Exceptions; Permits: The city council may at any time, upon receipt of proper application, grant permits to shooting galleries, gun clubs and others for shooting in fixed localities and under specified rules. Such permits shall be in writing attested by the city clerk conforming to such requirements as the city council shall demand, and the permit thus issued shall be subject to revocation at any time by action of the governing body. (Ord. 753, 10-21-2002)