(A) It is unlawful for any person to fire or discharge any air, gas-operated, electric, or spring operated gun, commonly referred to as BB guns, pellet guns, airsoft guns, paintball guns, or similar instruments.
(B) The prohibitions of this section shall not apply:
(1) On private grounds or premises if
(a) Such gun is fired or discharged in a manner not likely to endanger any persons or property,
(b) Any projectile fired or discharged does not leave such grounds or premises, and
(c) A person in lawful possession of the grounds or premises allows the gun to be fired or discharged.
(2) When public or private grounds or premises are utilized for the purpose of an organized meet or shooting match involving the use of such weapons and such meet or shooting match has been authorized by the owner or controller of such premises and written permission for same obtained from the Chief of Police.
(3) If done by a government agent in the furtherance of his or her duties.
(C) The provisions of this section shall not apply to any instrument defined as a firearm under state law.
(Ord. 805, passed 7-7-11)