§ 28-265. Discharging firearm.

(a)

It shall be unlawful for any person to shoot or discharge any shotgun, rifle, pistol, or firearm of any kind within the village limits.

(b)

This prohibition shall not apply to a police officer in the exercise of his official duties or a person who has been authorized by the mayor in unusual circumstances or particular occasions to discharge a firearm or weapon.

(c)

Nothing in this section shall be construed or interpreted so as to prohibit:

(1)

The use of a firearm in the protection of life and property.

(2)

The shooting or discharging of the type of gun commonly known as an air rifle or BB gun.

(d)

Whoever violates this section shall be fined not more than $50.00, or imprisoned not more than 30 days, or both.

(Code 2004, § 14.95.1)

State law reference

Hunting or discharge of firearms, when prohibited, R.S. 14:32.292.