A. Definitions: For purposes of this section, "laser pointer" shall be any helium neon (HeNe) laser which typically operates at a wavelength of 832.8 nMe with the mandated power limit of 5mW of power. Said lasers are considered Class 2 lasers with the potential for eye injury; and a diode laser which typically operates at a wavelength of 670 nMe (although others are possible) with a power source providing 5mW. Said lasers are considered class 3a lasers, with the potential for eye injury.
B. Prohibited Acts:
1. It shall be unlawful for any person to have in his or her possession at any private or public place, except as provided herein, a laser pointer.
2. No person, firm or corporation shall sell to or provide a person with a laser pointer as described in this section.
C. Penalty: Any person found guilty of an offense under this section shall be fined not less than seventy five dollars ($75.00) nor more than five hundred dollars ($500.00) for each offense. (Ord. 1055, 5-12-1999)