San Juan Capistrano Municipal Code Ch. 14 Weapons

It shall be unlawful for any person to discharge or set off any gun, rifle, pistol, or other firearm or any air gun, slingshot, or other contrivance discharging shots, slugs, darts, arrows, rocks, or other missiles when used in a manner likely to endanger life or property.

(§ 1, Ord. No. 236)

The provisions of Section 5-14.01 of this chapter shall not apply where a firearm or weapon is discharged:

(a) By a police officer or any other person summoned to aid or perform an official duty;

(b) For the protection of human life or property;

(c) By a farmer to protect and preserve his crops or livestock from predatory animals;

(d) Within authorized pistol, rifle, and other target ranges, skeet shooting facilities, and designated and posted hunting preserves; and

(e) With the specific prior approval of the Council.

(§ 1, Ord. No. 236)