(A) For the purpose of this section, a
FIREARM
is defined as any weapon that will propel a projectile by the use of explosive action, including a bow and arrow and a crossbow.
(B) It shall be unlawful for any person to shoot any firearm in the corporate limits of the town, with the following exceptions:
(1) An officer of the law lawfully discharging a duty weapon;
(2) The necessary defense of a person or property;
(3) Discharging firearms in licensed shooting galleries; and
(4) Discharging a bow and arrow and a crossbow in indoor or outdor instructional and/or tournament archery ranes, upon written permit issued by the chief of police.
(1995 Code, § 32-3) (Ord. 2015-01, passed 2-10-2015; Ord. 2022-04, passed 11-8-2022) Penalty, see § 130.99