Earlier editions: 2026-09
Title 15 — PEACE, SAFETY AND MORALS
Fillmore Municipal Code Ch. 15.16 Discharge of Firearms
Fillmore Municipal Code · 2026-10 edition · updated 2026-10-04 · Fillmore
Cite as: Fillmore Municipal Code Chapter 15.16 · Text as of 2026-10-04
15.16.010 - Discharge prohibited.¶
Except as otherwise provided in this chapter, it is unlawful to shoot, fire or discharge any firearm, bow and arrow, or any air, gas or spring weapon within the city limits of Fillmore. This section shall not apply to: (1) any peace officer acting in the official line of duty; or (2) if necessary in self-defense; or (3) the discharge of blank cartridges in theatrical performances, filming of movies or sporting events; or (4) the firing of salutes by honor guards at military funerals.
(Ord. 704 § 1 (part), 1995)
15.16.020 - Firearms defined.¶
For the purposes of this chapter "firearm" means and includes a "rifle," "shotgun," "pistol," "revolver" and any other instrument which expels a metallic projectile, such as a BB or pellet, through the force of gunpowder, explosive, air pressure, CO2 pressure or spring action, or any spot marker or paint ball gun.
(Ord. 704 § 1 (part), 1995)
15.16.030 - Persons under eighteen years of age.¶
It is unlawful for any person under eighteen years of age to possess in a public place, within the city limits of Fillmore any firearm, bow and arrow, or any air, gas, or spring weapon, or any spot marker or paint ball gun.
(Ord. 704 § 1 (part), 1995)
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