§ 9-1-2.1. Carrying concealed weapons.

(a)

Any person carrying a dirk, slingshot, metal knuckles, razor or other deadly weapons usually used for the infliction of personal injury, and concealed about his person, is guilty of a misdemeanor, and shall forfeit to the city the weapon so carried concealed, with the penalty for violating this section as stated in section 1-3-48 of this code.

(b)

Nothing herein contained may be construed to apply to person(s) carrying concealed weapons upon their own premises or to peace officers in the actual discharge of their duties. The provisions of this section do not apply to rifles or shotguns unless they are used with the intent to commit a crime or in furtherance of a crime.

(c)

Penalty. The carrying of concealed weapons is punishable by a fine of not more than $200, or by imprisonment of not more than 30 days. Court costs/state assessments will be collected in addition to each fine. Each day any violation continues shall constitute a separate offense.

(Ord. No. 91-01-28, 1/28/91)