This chapter shall not be construed to rescind any of the state wildlife laws nor shall it be construed to prohibit the following:
(A) Officers and enlisted personnel of the armed forces of the United States while in the performance of their official duties and acting under orders requiring them to carry arms, weapons, or explosives;
(B) Civil officers of the United States while in the performance of their official duties;
(C) Officers of the state or of any county, city, or town charged with the execution of the laws of the state when acting in the performance of their official duties;
(D) The detonation of an explosive at a properly permitted and approved firing range or facility operating as such prior to the adoption of this chapter;
(E) The performance of a historical ceremony or commemorative functions that are conducted involving the discharge of firearms or detonation of explosives that do not involve the release of projectiles;
(F) Any individual, group, or company that possess a valid permit and is operating under all federal, state, and local guidelines prescribed for such use; or
(G) The use of pyrotechnics or fireworks meeting exempt specifications as referenced in the general statutes.
(Ord. passed 3-16-2015)