§ 137.11. Use and possession of airguns and ammunition by minors.

A.

For the purpose of this section the following definitions shall apply unless the context clearly indicates or requires a different meaning.

"Airgun." Any air pistol, air rifle, BB gun, pump gun, pellet gun, CO-2 gun, or similar instrument or device capable of discharging ammunition by means of air pressure or spring action.

"Ammunition." Any leaden or metallic projectile, any pellet, or any other substance capable of inflicting injuries to persons or property when used in an airgun.

B.

It shall be unlawful for any person under the age of eighteen to use or have in his possession any airgun or ammunition.

C.

The provisions of this section do not prohibit or render it unlawful to use or possess any airgun or ammunition for purposes of instruction in firearm safety, care, handling, or marksmanship under the supervision or control of a responsible adult.

D.

It shall be unlawful for the parent or guardian of any such person under the age of eighteen in his charge or custody to knowingly permit any such person under the age of eighteen to use or have in his possession any airgun or ammunition unless such use or possession falls within the exception of subsection C of this section.

E.

Whoever violates this section shall be guilty of a misdemeanor in the third degree.

(Ord. 291-1980)