Portola Municipal Code Ch. 9.80 Discharge of Weapons

It is unlawful for any person to fire or discharge any gun, cannon, rifle, pistol, firearm, air rifle, or weapon of any kind within the city limits. On conviction of any person for violation of this provision the instrument or instruments so discharged unlawfully within the corporate limits of said city shall be subject to confiscation. All remedies prescribed under this section shall be cumulative, and the use of one or more remedies by the city shall not bar the use of any other remedy for the purpose of enforcing the provisions thereof; provided, however, the foregoing provision shall not apply to peace officers in the discharge of their regular duties, or to the operation of a bona fide shooting gallery.

(Ord. 36 § 1, 1950: Ord. 19 § 14, 1947)

It is unlawful for any person to ignite or explode any Roman candle, torpedo, blank cartridge, or other combustible or explosive substance defined in the California Health and Safety Code as "dangerous fireworks," or "high explosives;" provided, however, that blasting may be done for construction, or other necessary purpose, upon the written permission of the chief of police, and under conditions that will preclude the possibility of injury to persons or property.

(Ord. 19 § 15, 1947)