As used in this article, the term “firearm” shall
mean any instrument used in the propulsion of shot, shell or bullets
or other harmful objects by the action of gunpowder exploded within
it, or by the action of compressed air within it, or by the power
of springs and including what are commonly known as air rifles and
BB guns.
(1990 Code, sec. 5.1201)
It shall be unlawful for any person to discharge firearms of
any kind or description within the city except where authorized by
state law; provided, however, this shall not apply to police officers
in the discharge of their duties.
(1990 Code, sec. 5.1202; Ordinance
adopting Code)
The council may at any time, upon receipt of proper application,
grant permits to shooting galleries, gun clubs and others for shooting
in fixed localities and under specified rules. Such permits shall
be in writing attested by the city secretary conforming to such requirements
as the council shall demand, and the permit thus issued shall be subject
to revocation at any time by action of the council.
(1990 Code, sec. 5.1203)
(a)
It shall be unlawful for any person, except a licensed peace officer,
to possess a firearm on the premises of any city-owned or -leased
building in which city business is conducted.
(b)
Signs conforming to the requirements established in V.T.C.A., Government
Code, chapter 411, subchapter H, shall be posted at each entrance
to such premises and shall inform that possession of firearms is prohibited.
(1990 Code, sec. 5.1204; Ordinance
adopting Code)
