Michigan Airgun Laws and Hunting Regulations

Brief Overview Of Michigan State Laws Concerning Air Guns

In 2015 Michigan excluded high-power and/or large caliber air guns from their definition of “firearm” in their state laws. By doing this, it removed state level restrictions which previous prohibited minors under the age of 18 from using and pocessing certain BB guns from outside of their property, unless accompanied by and adult over the age of 18 years old.

Local governments reserve the right to regulate air guns, except that an ordiance shall not regulate possession of an air gun on or within private property if the individual below the age of 16 is authorized by a parent or guardian and the property owner.

How old do you need to be to purchase a BB gun, airgun, air rifle or pellet gun in Michigan?

In Michigan you must be 18 Years Old to purchase a BB gun, airgun, air rifle or pellet gun.

Michigan Air Gun Hunting Regulations

Michigan allows air gun hunting for certain species. These species include:
• Badger
• Beaver
• Black Bear
• Black Squirrel
• Bobcat
• Canada Geese
• Common Snipe
• Coots
• Coyote
• Crow
• Ducks
• Fisher
• Fox
• Grouse
• Marten
• Mergansers
• Mink
• Moorhens
• Muskrat
• Opossum
• Other geese
• Otter
• Pheasant
• Porcupine
• Quail
• Rabbit
• Raccoon
• Skunk
• Snowshoe hare
• Small game
• Gray squirrel
• Red squirrel
• Starlings
• Turkey
• Waterfowl
• Weasel
• Whitetail Deer (.35 Caliber or greater, Southern Zone)
• Woodchuck
• Woodcock

Air Gun Laws In Local Jurisdictions

Below are the laws and ordinances for local jurisdictions within the state of Michigan concerning airguns, BB guns, pellet guns and airsoft guns:

ADA, MICHIGAN – Air Gun Laws and Ordinances

No listed air-gun ordinances.

ADDISON, MICHIGAN – Air Gun Laws and Ordinances

No listed air-gun ordinances.

ADRIAN, MICHIGAN – Air Gun Laws and Ordinances

ARTICLE IV. OFFENSES INVOLVING PUBLIC SAFETY – Adrian, Michigan – Code of Ordinances
Sec. 58-111. – Discharge of weapons.
No person shall discharge any firearm, air rifle, air pistol or bow and arrow in the city, except when in connection with a regularly scheduled educational or training program under adequate supervision.
(Code 1972, § 9.62(3))

ALBION, MICHIGAN – Air Gun Laws and Ordinances

ARTICLE VI. OFFENSES AGAINST PUBLIC SAFETY – Albion, Michigan – Code of Ordinances
Sec. 58-163. – Discharge of weapons; public possession of weapons.
(a) No person shall discharge any firearm, air rifle or air pistol or slingshot within the city. Nor shall any person have any air rifle, air pistol or slingshot in his possession in any street or park, unless securely wrapped or encased.
(b) No person shall go about armed, carry or have upon his person any stiletto or other offensive or dangerous weapon excepting pistols; provided, however, this subsection shall not apply to persons duly licensed and allowed by law to carry such weapons.
(Code 1984, § 15-46; Ord. No. 2009-04, § 2, 10-19-09)

ALLEGAN, MICHIGAN – Air Gun Laws and Ordinances

DIVISION 2. WEAPONS – Allegan, Michigan – Code of Ordinances
Sec. 17-200. – Use of air guns.
(a) Definitions. The following words and phrases, when used in this section, shall have the meanings respectively ascribed to them:
Air gun means any gun, rifle or pistol, by whatever name known, which is designed to expel a projectile by the action of compressed air or gas, or by the action of a spring or elastic, but does not mean a firearm.

Dealer means any person engaged in the business of selling at retail or renting any of the articles designated in this section.

(b) Sale or transfer to minors:
(1) It shall be unlawful for any dealer to sell, lend, rent, give, or otherwise transfer any air gun to any person under the age of eighteen (18) years, where the dealer knows or has reasonable cause to believe the person could be under eighteen (18) years of age, or where such dealer has failed to make reasonable inquiry relative to age of the person and such person is under eighteen (18) years of age.
(2) It shall be unlawful for any person to give, lend, or otherwise transfer any air gun to any person under eighteen (18) years of age, except where the relationship of parent and child, guardian and ward, or adult instructor and pupil exists between such person and the person under eighteen (18) years of age.
(c) Carrying by minors. It shall be unlawful for any person under eighteen (18) years of age to carry any air gun on the streets, alleys, public roads, or public lands within the city unless accompanied by an adult, provided, however, that the person under eighteen (18) years of age may carry such air gun if unloaded and in a suitable case or securely wrapped.
(d) Discharge. It shall be unlawful for any person to discharge any air gun from or across any street, alley, sidewalk or public road within the limits of the city, or on or across any public land except on a properly constructed and supervised target range.
(e) Exceptions. Notwithstanding any inconsistent provision of this section, it shall be lawful for any person under eighteen (18) years of age to have in his possession an air gun if the article is:
(1) Kept within his domicile;
(2) Used by the person under eighteen (18) years of age and he is a duly enrolled member of any club, team, or society organized for educational purposes and maintaining as part of its facilities or having written permission to use an indoor or outdoor rifle range or other safe area, to possess, load and fire in such a place under the supervision, guidance and instruction of a responsible adult;
(3) Used in or on any private grounds or residence under circumstances when such gun can be fired, discharged or operated in such a manner as not to endanger persons or property and also in such manner as to prevent the projectile from traversing any grounds or space outside the limits of such grounds or residence.

ALLEN PARK, MICHIGAN – Air Gun Laws and Ordinances

DIVISION 2. WEAPONS – Allen Park, Michigan – Code of Ordinances
Sec. 26-379. – Firearms; defined; discharge, possession and transportation restrictions.
(a) Definitions. The following words, terms and phrases, when used in this division, shall have the meanings ascribed to them in this subsection, except where the context clearly indicates a different meaning:
Firearm includes any weapon from which a dangerous projectile may be propelled by using explosives, gas or air as a means of propulsion.
(b) It shall be unlawful for any person to discharge any firearm or other instrument producing a like effect and noise, within the city, except in the lawful defense of his person or property, or as otherwise permitted by law.
(c) Except as otherwise permitted by law, a person shall not transport or possess in or upon a motor vehicle or any self-propelled vehicle designed for land travel a firearm, other than a pistol, unless the firearm is unloaded and is one or more of the following:
(1) Taken down.
(2) Enclosed in a case.
(3) Carried in the trunk of the vehicle.
(4) Inaccessible from the interior of the vehicle.
(d) Unless otherwise permitted by law, it shall be unlawful to carry a firearm on any public street or in any public place unless it is unloaded and in a case.
(e) Nothing in this section shall prohibit the mayor and city council, with the recommendation of the chief of police, upon written request, to grant permission for operation and maintenance of an established shooting gallery or target range under such rules and regulations and conditions as the mayor and council or chief of police may provide.
(f) Police officers, peace officers and persons in the military service, in pursuit of official duty, and persons duly authorized by federal or state law to carry firearms, are exempt from the provisions of this section.
(Ord. No. 2006-16, § 1(6(14-421)), 10-9-2007)

ALMA, MICHIGAN – Air Gun Laws and Ordinances

ARTICLE II. PARK REGULATIONS – Alma, Michigan – Code of Ordinances
Sec. 36-33. – Firearms, air guns, slingshots, etc.
No person in a public park shall use, carry or possess firearms of any description (including BB guns, bows and arrows and slingshots), except as a part of planned and supervised recreational activity approved by the city manager.
(Code 1961, § 3-207; Code 1984, § 20-15)

ALPENA, MICHIGAN – Air Gun Laws and Ordinances

ARTICLE I. IN GENERAL – Alpena, Michigan – Code of Ordinances
Sec. 54-2. – Disorderly conduct.
Discharge any firearm, air rifle, cross-bow, bow and arrow or other similar weapon or device in any public or private place within the city, or have any such firearm, air rifle, cross-bow, bow and arrow or other similar weapon or device in his possession in any public place of the city unless it is securely wrapped or encased.

ANN ARBOR, MICHIGAN – Air Gun Laws and Ordinances

Chapter 115 WEAPONS AND EXPLOSIVES Ann Arbor, Michigan Code of Ordinances
9:261. Definitions.

The following definitions shall apply for purposes of this chapter:

(1) Explosive means explosive as defined in the Fire Prevention Code of the City of Ann Arbor.
(2) Firearm means any pistol, rifle, shotgun, short barreled shot gun or short barreled rifle as defined in P.A. 1931, No. 328 as amended being Section 750.222 of the Michigan Compiled Laws.
(3) Fireworks means fireworks as defined by the Fire Prevention Code of the City of Ann Arbor.
(4) Licensed dealer means a person licensed under Section 923 of Chapter 44 of Title 18 of the United States Code who regularly buys and sells firearms as a commercial activity with the principal objective livelihood and profit.
(5) Pistol means the term defined as pistol in P.A. 1913, No. 328 as amended being Section 750.222 of the Michigan Compiled Laws.
(6) Public place means any street, sidewalk, alley, park, government-owned or government-controlled building, common hallway or public room of any place of business or assembly open to the public, common hallway or public room of any dwelling of greater than 2 units, and any other place to which the public has lawful access.
(7) Weapon means any air pistol, air rifle, slingshot, crossbow, bow, firebomb, bomb, nunchuk, or throwing star, but shall not include antique guns not in operating condition.
(8) Nunchuk means a martial arts device consisting of 2 sticks, pipes, or bars connected by a chain, rope, or other flexible connector.
(9) Throwing star means a martial arts device made from a thin, flat, rigid piece of metal in the shape of a star or other symmetrical shape, with sharpened edges or points or with edges or points that may be sharpened.
(Ord. No. 82-92, § 1, 12-7-92)

9:262. Possession of weapons or firearms in public places.
(1) A person shall not possess any weapon in any public place, with the following exceptions:
(a) A law enforcement officer of any governmental unit may possess a weapon to the extent that such possession is required for the performance of lawful duties.
(b) A person may possess a weapon when in connection with a regularly scheduled educational, recreational, or training program under adequate supervision.
(c) An established dealer in weapons or repairer of weapons may possess weapons in the place of business for purposes of making lawful sale or repair of the weapons.
(d) The proprietor of a place of business, or the proprietor’s duly authorized agent, may possess a weapon in the place of business for purposes of protecting the place of business.
(e) A person may possess a weapon for purposes of transporting the weapon to any location where it may lawfully be possessed under this ordinance; provided, however, that when being transported, the weapon shall be encased, and, in the case of guns, shall be unloaded, except in the case of BB guns.
(f) A person may possess a weapon under the provisions of a valid state permit for the carrying of a concealed weapon.

Charter Township of ANN ARBOR, MICHIGAN – Air Gun Laws and Ordinances

No listed air-gun ordinances.

ARMADA, MICHIGAN – Air Gun Laws and Ordinances

Chapter 42 PARK REGULATIONS Armada, Michigan Code of Ordinances
Sec. 42-17. Conduct within parks.
It shall be unlawful within a park for any person to:
(f) Possess or discharge any firearm or ammunition, explosive, dynamite cap, fireworks, air gun, pellet gun, spring gun, slingshot, crossbow, bow and arrow, any device by means of which a projectile can be propelled;

PART 4. GOVERNMENT AND PUBLIC SAFETY Armada, Michigan Code of Ordinances
Sec. 91-27. Discharging firearm; hunting.
(a) No person shall discharge a firearm within the village except in the lawful defense of his or her person or property or as otherwise permitted by law.
(b) No person shall hunt within the village.
(c) No person shall discharge a pellet or air gun or bow and arrow within the village except when engaged in target practice in an area where, through adequate supervision and the use of proper materials and equipment, such activity does not endanger the participant or the public at large and the owner has consented to such activity on his or her property.
(Ord. No. 119, § 1, 11-11-07)

ATLAS, MICHIGAN – Air Gun Laws and Ordinances

No person under 18 years of age shall use or possess any handgun designed and manufactured exclusively for propelling B.B.’s not exceeding .177 caliber by means of spring, gas or air, outside the curtilage of his domicile unless he is accompanied by a person over 18 years of age.

No person shall recklessly, needlessly, willfully or wantonly use, carry, handle, point or discharge any B.B. gun or air gun in the direction of another person, any real or personal property, domestic animal or pet.

AUBURN HILLS, MICHIGAN – Air Gun Laws and Ordinances

DIVISION 2. FIREARMS AND HUNTING – Auburn Hills, Michigan – Code of Ordinances
Sec. 46-216. – BB guns.
It shall be unlawful for any person under 18 years of age to use or possess any handgun designed and manufactured exclusively for propelling BBs not exceeding .177 caliber by means of spring, gas, or air, outside the curtilage of domicile, unless he/she is accompanied by a person over 18 years of age.
(Ord. No. 207, § 16, 11-11-74; Ord. No. 10-825, § 1, 1-4-10)

Sec. 46-219. – Intentionally aiming a firearm, BB gun, or bow and arrow without malice.
It shall be unlawful for any person to intentionally, without malice, point or aim any firearm, BB gun, or bow and arrow at or toward any other person.
(Ord. No. 10-825, § 1, 1-4-10)

AURELIUS TOWNSHIP, MICHIGAN – Air Gun Laws and Ordinances

No listed air-gun ordinances.

BAD AXE, MICHIGAN – Air Gun Laws and Ordinances

ARTICLE III. DISORDERLY PERSON – Bad Axe, Michigan – Code of Ordinances
Sec. 8-47. – Crowds and riots, public address.
(d) No person shall shoot any air gun, spring gun, cross bow or firearm, or other dangerous weapon or instrument in the City of Bad Axe.

BARODA, MICHIGAN – Air Gun Laws and Ordinances

ARTICLE III. FIREWORKS – Baroda, Michigan – Code of Ordinances
(Ord. No. 152, § 5, 7-2-2007)
Sec. 14-65. – Permission required prior to discharge of explosive devices/firearms.
No person shall fire off, set off, or explode any gunpowder, cracker, squib, rocket or fireworks, or fire any cannon, gun, toy, air, target or spring gun, revolver, pistol, toy pistol, cap or cartridge, or aid or abet therein within the limits of the village, without first having obtained permission in writing from the president.
(Comp. Ords. 1995, § 20.707; Ord. No. 4, 1-15-1917)

Sec. 14-66. – Enforcement and penalties.
Such persons who shall be so designated by the village council shall enforce this article.
(Ord. No. 152, § 6, 7-2-2007)

BATH CHARTER TOWNSHIP, MICHIGAN – Air Gun Laws and Ordinances

ARTICLE IV. OFFENSES INVOLVING PUBLIC SAFETY – Bath Charter Township, (Clinton Co.), Michigan – Code of Ordinances
Sec. 42-101. – Carrying weapons.
It is a misdemeanor if a person carries any air rifle, BB gun, bow and arrow, slingshot, crossbow or other dangerous weapon in any public place in a careless or reckless manner or so as to endanger persons or property, subject to the following exceptions:
(1) When such weapon is in a case and is not loaded;
(2) When a bow or crossbow is unstrung or encased, or when it is being carried under the direct supervision of authorized public recreational personnel; or
(3) Where and as otherwise permitted by state law.
(Ord. No. 28.2, § 1(C)(33), 6-3-1991)

BAY CITY, MICHIGAN – Air Gun Laws and Ordinances

ARTICLE IV. OFFENSES AGAINST PUBLIC SAFETY – Bay City, Michigan – Code of Ordinances
Sec. 74-81. – Discharge of dangerous weapons.
A person commits the crime of discharge of dangerous weapons if he fires or shoots any firearm, air gun, spring gun, BB gun, pellet gun, bow and arrow, slingshot, or other dangerous weapon or instrument in any street, avenue, alley, or public place or if he fires or shoots such weapons in any place in such manner as to endanger or be likely to endanger any person or property, except in lawful defense.
(Code 1970, § 28-28)

Sec. 74-82. – Hunting within city limits.
No person shall carry or use a firearm, air gun, spring gun, BB gun, pellet gun, bow and arrow, sling shot or other dangerous weapon or instrument for the purpose of hunting within the city limits. Provided, however, that in order to provide wildlife management and control, the lands of James Clements Airport may be opened to hunting with bow and arrow, conditioned upon the issuance of a written permit by the city manager. Every person hunting upon the lands of James Clements Airport shall have in his immediate possession the written permit issued by the city manager and shall display the permit upon demand of any city employee, police officer or officer of the state department of natural resources. Nothing contained herein or in any permit issued by the city manager shall be construed to relieve a hunter of the duties and obligations imposed under state law or the rules and regulations promulgated by the state department of natural resources.
(Code 1970, § 28-28.1; Ord. No. 1996-16, § 28-28.1, 10-7-96)

COUNTY OF BAY, MICHIGAN – Air Gun Laws and Ordinances

No listed air-gun ordinances.

BEDFORD, MICHIGAN – Air Gun Laws and Ordinances

Firearms and Hunting
a. Firearms in General. Air guns, paintball guns and firecrackers are strictly prohibited. No person shall possess or carry any firearm, gun or pistol within a township park, except those persons who hold and possess a valid license to carry a concealed pistol pursuant to Act 372 of the Public Acts of 1927, that being Concealed Pistol Licensing Act, MCL 28.421 et seq.
b. Hunting. Hunting or trapping is strictly prohibited within any park.
c. Bows and Arrows. Bows and arrows are permitted only within designated archery range(s).

BELDING, MICHIGAN – Air Gun Laws and Ordinances

DIVISION 3. AIR GUNS AND BLOWGUNS Belding, Michigan Code of Ordinances
Sec. 58-216. Definitions.
The following words, terms and phrases, when used in this division, shall have the meanings ascribed to them in this section, except where the context clearly indicates a different meaning:
Air gun means any gun, rifle or pistol, by whatever name known, which is designed to expel a projectile by the action of compressed air or gas, or by the action or a spring or elastic but does not mean a firearm.
Blowgun means any device designed to expel a projectile by the action of exhaling breath.
Dealer means any person engaged in the business of selling at retail or renting any air gun or blowgun.
(Ord. No. 377, § 1(9.180), 3-2-82; Ord. No. 446, § 4, 2-3-98)

Sec. 58-217. Furnishing to minors.
(a) It shall be unlawful for any dealer to sell, lend, rent, give or otherwise transfer an air gun or blowgun to any person under the age of 18 years of age or where such dealer has failed to make reasonable inquiry as to the age of such person and such person is under 18 years of age.
(b) It shall be unlawful for any person to give, lend, or otherwise transfer any air gun or blowgun to any person under 18 years of age, except where the relationship of parent and child, guardian and ward, or adult instructor and pupil exists between such person and the person under 18 years of age.
(Ord. No. 377, § 1(9.181), 3-2-82; Ord. No. 446, § 5, 2-3-98)

Sec. 58-218. Lawful possession by minor.
Notwithstanding any provision of this division to the contrary, it shall be lawful for any person under 18 years of age to have in his possession one or more air guns or blowguns if the same is:
(1) Kept within his domicile;
(2) Used by the person under 18 years of age and he or she is a duly enrolled member of any club, team or society organized for educational purposes and maintaining as part of its facilities or having written permission to use an indoor or outdoor rifle range, to possess, load and fire at such rifle range under the supervision, guidance, and instruction of a responsible adult; or
(3) Used in or any private grounds or residence under circumstances when such air gun or blowgun can be fired, discharged or operated in such a manner as not to endanger persons or property and also in such manner as to prevent the projectile from traversing any grounds or space outside the limits of such grounds or residence.
(Ord. No. 377, § 1(9.182), 3-2-82; Ord. No. 446, § 6, 2-3-98)

Sec. 58-219. General regulations.
(a) It shall be unlawful for any person under 18 years of age to carry any air gun or blowgun on the streets, alleys, public roads or public lands within the city unless accompanied by an adult; provided, however, that a person under 18 years of age may carry such air gun or blowgun unloaded, in a suitable case or securely wrapped.
(b) It shall be unlawful for any person to discharge any air gun or blowgun from or across any street, sidewalk, alley or public land, or any public place, except on a properly constructed target range.
(Ord. No. 377, § 1(9.183), 3-2-82; Ord. No. 446, § 7, 2-3-98)

Secs. 58-220—58-240. Reserved.
DIVISION 2. FIREARMS AND DANGEROUS WEAPONS Belding, Michigan Code of Ordinances
Sec. 58-198. License required.
It shall be unlawful for any person to display, possess or otherwise utilize any firearm, air rifle, air pistol, blow gun or other weapon within the city unless such person is licensed, as required by law.
(Ord. No. 418, § 1(9.171), 9-1-92; Ord. No. 446, § 2, 2-3-98)

Sec. 58-199. Use prohibited.
It shall be unlawful for any person to fire, discharge or otherwise use any firearms, air rifles, air pistol, bow and arrow, slingshot, blowgun or other dangerous weapon in or into any street, avenue, alley, public place, or in or into any place in such a manner as to endanger or be likely to endanger any person or personal property.
(Ord. No. 418, § 1(9.172), 9-1-92; Ord. No. 446, § 1, 2-3-98)

Sec. 58-201. Display, possession or utilization.
It shall be unlawful for any person to display, possess or otherwise utilize any firearm, air rifle, air pistol or any other dangerous weapon unless same is licensed as required by law within the city unless they are licensed by law.
(Ord. No. 418, § 1(9.174), 9-1-92)

Sec. 58-202. Use while intoxicated.
It shall be unlawful for any person within the city while under the influence of an intoxicating liquor, or any exhilarating or stupefying drug, to carry, have in his possession or control, or use in any manner, or discharge any firearm, air rifle, air pistol, bow and arrow, crossbow, slingshot or other dangerous weapon.
(Ord. No. 418, § 1(9.175), 9-1-92)

ARTICLE VII. OFFENSES AGAINST PUBLIC SAFETY Belding, Michigan Code of Ordinances
Sec. 58-216. Definitions.
The following words, terms and phrases, when used in this division, shall have the meanings ascribed to them in this section, except where the context clearly indicates a different meaning:

Air gun means any gun, rifle or pistol, by whatever name known, which is designed to expel a projectile by the action of compressed air or gas, or by the action or a spring or elastic but does not mean a firearm.
Blowgun means any device designed to expel a projectile by the action of exhaling breath.

Sec. 58-217. Furnishing to minors.
(a) It shall be unlawful for any dealer to sell, lend, rent, give or otherwise transfer an air gun or blowgun to any person under the age of 18 years of age or where such dealer has failed to make reasonable inquiry as to the age of such person and such person is under 18 years of age.
(b) It shall be unlawful for any person to give, lend, or otherwise transfer any air gun or blowgun to any person under 18 years of age, except where the relationship of parent and child, guardian and ward, or adult instructor and pupil exists between such person and the person under 18 years of age.
(Ord. No. 377, § 1(9.181), 3-2-82; Ord. No. 446, § 5, 2-3-98)

Sec. 58-218. Lawful possession by minor.
Notwithstanding any provision of this division to the contrary, it shall be lawful for any person under 18 years of age to have in his possession one or more air guns or blowguns if the same is:
(1) Kept within his domicile;
(2) Used by the person under 18 years of age and he or she is a duly enrolled member of any club, team or society organized for educational purposes and maintaining as part of its facilities or having written permission to use an indoor or outdoor rifle range, to possess, load and fire at such rifle range under the supervision, guidance, and instruction of a responsible adult; or
(3) Used in or any private grounds or residence under circumstances when such air gun or blowgun can be fired, discharged or operated in such a manner as not to endanger persons or property and also in such manner as to prevent the projectile from traversing any grounds or space outside the limits of such grounds or residence.
(Ord. No. 377, § 1(9.182), 3-2-82; Ord. No. 446, § 6, 2-3-98)

Sec. 58-219. General regulations.
(a) It shall be unlawful for any person under 18 years of age to carry any air gun or blowgun on the streets, alleys, public roads or public lands within the city unless accompanied by an adult; provided, however, that a person under 18 years of age may carry such air gun or blowgun unloaded, in a suitable case or securely wrapped.
(b) It shall be unlawful for any person to discharge any air gun or blowgun from or across any street, sidewalk, alley or public land, or any public place, except on a properly constructed target range.
(Ord. No. 377, § 1(9.183), 3-2-82; Ord. No. 446, § 7, 2-3-98)

Charter Township of BENTON, MICHIGAN – Airgun Laws and Ordinances

Chapter 50 PARKS AND RECREATION – Benton Charter Township, (Berrien Co.), Michigan – Code of Ordinances
Sec. 50-12. – Trespass
Issuance of a permit therefore.
(h) Firearms. No person shall at any time, bring into or upon the township park properties, nor have in his or her possession, nor discharge, or set off anywhere upon said properties, a revolver, pistol, shotgun, rifle, air gun, or any gun, rifle, firearm or bow or other weapon that discharges projectiles either by air, explosive substance or any other force, provided, however, this prohibition is subject to the concealed weapons permit statutes of the state. Provided further, this section shall not apply to any deputy sheriff, police officer, peace officer, park ranger, or other duly appointed law enforcement officer while carrying out the duties and responsibilities of his/her position.

BERKLEY, MICHIGAN – Air Gun Laws and Ordinances

ARTICLE VII. OFFENSES AGAINST PUBLIC SAFETY – Berkley, Michigan – Code of Ordinances
Sec. 82-283. – Firearms, slingshots and air-guns.

(a) Drawing or discharging. Any person who shall intentionally, without malice, point or aim any firearm at or toward any other person, shall be guilty of a misdemeanor. Any person who shall discharge a firearm or other instrument producing a like effect and noise within the city, except in lawful defense of his person or property, or as otherwise permitted by law, shall be guilty of a misdemeanor. Any person who shall maim or injure any other person by the discharge of any firearm pointed or aimed intentionally, without malice, at any such person shall be guilty of a misdemeanor.

(b) Shooting slingshots or air guns. It shall be unlawful to use or shoot within the city a slingshot or air gun which is hereby defined to be any gun which shoots a projectile either by means of air pressure or spring for a distance of more than 25 feet. It shall be unlawful for the parent or guardian in charge or custody of any minor to knowingly permit any such minor to use or to shoot any slingshot or air gun.
(Code 1981, §§ 19-88, 19-89; Ord. No. 58-95, § 1, 4-3-1995)
State law reference— Similar provisions, MCL 750.233—750.235, MSA 28.430—28.432; BB guns, MCL 752.891 et seq., MSA 28.436(41) et seq.

BERLIN, MONROE COUNTY, MICHIGAN – Air Gun Laws and Ordinances

ARTICLE III. NOISE CONTROL – Berlin Charter Township, (Monroe Co.), Michigan – Code of Ordinances
Sec. 6.5-57. – Regulations.

(a) No person, firm, corporation or entity shall cause or create any unreasonable or improper noise or disturbance, injurious to the health, peace or quiet of the residents and property owners of the Charter Township of Berlin.
(b) The following noises and disturbances are hereby declared to be a violation of this article, provided, however, that the specification of the same is not thereby to be construed to exclude other violations of this article not specifically enumerated:
(3) The firing of any firearm, air gun, or other combustible substance for the purpose of creating an unreasonable noise or disturbance.

Chapter 11 PARKS AND RECREATION – Berlin Charter Township, (Monroe Co.), Michigan – Code of Ordinances
(c) No person shall have in his possession or control within township parks any slingshots, pellet gun, air rifle, fireworks, crossbow, bow, arrow or archery equipment, explosives or dangerous materials unless he has obtained advance written permission of the township board.

BERRIEN SPRINGS, MICHIGAN – Air Gun Laws and Ordinances

No listed air-gun ordinances.

BIRMINGHAM, MICHIGAN – Air Gun Laws and Ordinances

DIVISION 2. WEAPONS Birmingham, Michigan  Code of Ordinances
Sec. 74-206. Definitions.

The following words, terms and phrases, when used in this division, shall have the meanings ascribed to them in this section, except where the context clearly indicates a different meaning:

Firearm, except as otherwise specifically provided in this division, means any weapon from which a dangerous projectile may be propelled by using explosives, gas or air as a means of propulsion.
Cross reference— Definitions generally, § 1-2.

Sec. 74-209. Discharge.
No person shall discharge any firearm, air rifle or air pistol in the city, except when lawfully acting in the defense of persons or property or the enforcement of law or at a duly established range, the operation of which has been approved by the commission.

BLISSFIELD, MICHIGAN – Air Gun Laws and Ordinances

Discharge any firearm, BB gun, air gun, or pellet gun, provided however that these provisions shall not apply to the discharge of BB guns as a part of any Village sanctioned event provided said discharge is conducted under the supervision of an NRA certified instructor and in a location approved by the Blissfield Village Police Chief or their designee.

Charter Township of BLOOMFIELD, MICHIGAN – Air Gun Laws and Ordinances

ARTICLE VII. OFFENSES AGAINST PUBLIC SAFETY Bloomfield Charter Township, (Oakland Co.), Michigan Code of Ordinances
Sec. 22-253. Discharging of firearms.

No person shall discharge any firearm, air rifle, air pistol within the township, except when lawfully acting in the defense of persons or property or the enforcement of law or at a duly established range, the operation of which has been approved by the board of trustees.
(Ord. No. 210, § 29.01, 5-25-1970)
State law reference— Discharge of weapons, MCL 750.234 et seq.; authority to prohibit discharge of firearms, MCL 123.11404.

Sec. 22-256. BB guns.
No person shall use or possess any firearm designed and manufactured exclusively for propelling BB’s not exceeding .177 caliber by means of spring, gas, or air, outside the curtilage of his domicile within the township. The firearm may be used only to shoot at a designated target within a safe location so as to avoid BB’s from leaving the curtilage of the domicile.

BLOOMFIELD HILLS, MICHIGAN – Air Gun Laws and Ordinances

No listed air-gun ordinances.

BOYNE CITY, MICHIGAN – Air Gun Laws and Ordinances

No listed air-gun ordinances.

BRANDON CHARTER TOWNSHIP, MICHIGAN – Air Gun Laws and Ordinances

No listed air-gun ordinances.

BRIGHTON TOWNSHIP, MICHIGAN – Air Gun Laws and Ordinances

ARTICLE II. KENSINGTON METROPOLITAN PARK – Brighton Charter Township, (Livingston Co.), Michigan – Code of Ordinances

Sec. 14-30. – Slingshots, air-guns, fireworks, explosives.
No person shall have in their possession or control any slingshot, pellet gun, air rifle, fireworks, explosives, or other dangerous materials within the boundaries of Kensington Metropolitan Park without written permission from the authority.
(Ord. No. 57, § 2.3, 6-2-81; Ord. No. 174, § 1, 6-15-00)

BROOKLYN, MICHIGAN – Air Gun Laws and Ordinances

No listed air-gun ordinances.

Charter Township of BROWNSTOWN, MICHIGAN – Air Gun Laws and Ordinances

102.000 FIREARMS – Brownstown Charter Township (Wayne Co.), Michigan – Compilation-General Ordinances

102.001 – [Possession of firearms prohibited; exceptions.]

Sec. 1. From and after the adoption of this ordinance, it shall be illegal for any person in the Township of Brownstown, County of Wayne, Michigan, to have in his possession, except within his own domicile, or carry or fire or use, a revolver or pistol of any description, shotgun, or rifle which may be used for the explosion of cartridges, or any air-gun, “B-B Gun,” gas-operated gun or spring gun, or any instrument, toy or weapon commonly known as a “pea-shooter,” “slingshot,” or “beany,” or any bow made for the purpose of throwing or projecting missiles of any kind by any means whatsoever, whether such instrument is called by any name set forth above or by any other name.

102.002 – [Prohibition not to apply to shooting galleries and certain private grounds or premises.]

Sec. 2. The prohibition of this Ordinance shall not apply to licensed shooting galleries or in private grounds or premises under circumstances when such instrument can be fired, discharged or operated in such a manner as not to endanger persons or property, and also in such manner as to prevent the projectile from traversing any grounds or space outside the limits of such gallery, grounds or residence; and further provided, that nothing herein contained shall be construed to prevent the concealed carrying of any type of gun whatsoever when unloaded and properly cased, to or from any range or gallery, or to or from a legal hunting trip or from using same during any authorized hunting season as promulgated by the Department of Conservation of the State of Michigan and in accordance with the regulations therein set forth.

102.004 – [Violation; penalties.]

Sec. 4. Any person violating any provision of this Ordinance shall be guilty of a misdemeanor which shall be punishable upon conviction thereof by a fine not to exceed $100.00 or by imprisonment not to exceed 90 days, or both.

102.005 – [Each violation a separate offense.]

Sec. 5. Each and every violation of this Ordinance shall be considered as a distinct and separate offense.

131.000 LAKE ERIE METROPARK – Brownstown Charter Township (Wayne Co.), Michigan – Compilation-General Ordinances

131.005 – Dangerous or obnoxious materials or equipment.

Sec. 5.3. No person shall have in his possession or control any rifle, shotgun, pistol or other firearm, slingshot, bow, arrow, crossbow, pellet gun, air rifle, noxious gas ejecting devices, fireworks, explosives or other dangerous devices or materials within the boundaries of the Metro-park; provided, that a law enforcement officer duly appointed by the United States, the State of Michigan or by a political subdivision thereof may carry a firearm as required for the performance of his or her official duties, and may have such possession of other dangerous devices and materials referred to herein as is necessary for confiscation or removal; and provided, further, that bows and arrows may be used as specifically permitted in writing by the Authority.

BUCHANAN, MICHIGAN – Air Gun Laws and Ordinances

DIVISION 2. WEAPONS – Buchanan , Michigan – Code of Ordinances
Sec. 58-181. – Definition.

The word “firearm,” except as otherwise specifically defined in this division, shall be construed to include any weapon from which a dangerous projectile may be propelled by using explosives, gas or air as a means of propulsion.

Sec. 58-183. – Aiming firearm.
It shall be unlawful for any person within the city to intentionally, without malice, point or aim any firearm at or toward any other person.

Sec. 58-184. – Aiming and discharging firearm.
It shall be unlawful for any person within the city to discharge without injury to another person any firearm, while intentionally, without malice, aiming at or toward any person.

Sec. 58-185. – Injury by discharge of firearm.
It shall be unlawful for any person within the city to maim or injure any other person by the discharge of any firearm pointed or aimed unintentionally, without malice, at any such person.

Sec. 58-186. – Possession or control of firearm while intoxicated.
It shall be unlawful for any person within the city, while under the influence of an alcoholic liquor or any exhilarating or stupefying drug, to carry, have in possession or control, or use in any manner, or discharge any firearm.

Sec. 58-187. – Hunting within city.
It shall be unlawful for any person within the city to hunt wild game, or in any manner carry any gun, weapon or firearm within the city for the purpose of hunting any wild game or fowl at any time.

Sec. 58-189. – Confiscation of firearms.
All weapons, guns, pistols, firearms, knives, dirks, razors, stilettos, or any other sharp-edged or pointed instruments, or weapons carried, possessed or used contrary to this division are hereby declared forfeited to the city.

Sec. 58-190. – Transportation and possession.
It shall be unlawful for any person to transport or to have in possession in or upon any vehicle a firearm unless the same is unloaded in both barrel and magazine and carried in the luggage compartment of the vehicle. It shall be unlawful to carry a firearm on any public street or in any public place unless it is unloaded and in a case.

Sec. 58-191. – Sale or purchase.
It shall be unlawful for any person under 18 years of age to purchase, carry or transport a firearm on any public street or in any public place. It shall be unlawful for any person to sell a firearm to any person under 18 years of age.

Sec. 58-192. – Dangerous weapons or instruments.
It shall be unlawful for any person to sell or offer for sale, use, operate, discharge, fire, shoot, set off, or trigger any BB gun, air gun, spring gun, cross bows, toy pistol, slingshot, catapult, firearm, or any other dangerous weapon or instrument in the city, except in the lawful defense of his person or property or as otherwise permitted by law.

CADILLAC, MICHIGAN – Air Gun Laws and Ordinances

ARTICLE VII. OFFENSES AGAINST PUBLIC SAFETY – Cadillac, Michigan – Code of Ordinances

Sec. 22-160. – Weapons; use restricted.
(a) It shall be unlawful for any person to discharge any firearm, gun, pistol, revolver, air-gun, air pistol, or any other instrument producing a like effect and noise, or shoot a bow and arrow within the city limits, except in lawful defense of his person or property.
(b) This prohibition shall not apply to the discharge of firearms at a firing range, approved by the chief of the city police department, by members of the city police department, and any other persons approved by the chief of the city police department; provided the times and restrictions pertaining to the use of the firing range as set forth by the chief of the city police department are complied with.
(Prior Code, § 9.106)

CANTON CHARTER TOWNSHIP, MICHIGAN – Air Gun Laws and Ordinances

Subdivision I. In General Canton Charter Township, (Wayne Co.), Michigan Code of Ordinances
Sec. 46-223. Air-guns, bows and arrows, and slingshots.
(a) Definitions. As used in this section, the following definitions shall apply:
Air-gun means any gun, rifle or pistol, by whatever name known, which is designed to expel a projectile by the action of compressed air or gas or by the action of a spring or elastic bit.
Arrow means a slender, straight, pointed missile, a weapon made to be shot from a bow and equipped with feathers at one end for continual flight.
Bow means a flexible strip of wood or other material bent by a string or similar material stretched between its ends for shooting arrows.
Slingshot means any instrument of wood or other material and rubber, metal, spring or other elastic material, designed, intended to, or capable of propelling shot, stone or other missiles of any substance whatsoever.
(b) Selling or furnishing to person under 18 years of age.
(1) It shall be unlawful for any dealer to sell, lend, give or otherwise transfer any air-gun, slingshot, or bow and arrow to any person under the age of 18 years, where the dealer knows or has reasonable cause to believe such person could be under 18 years of age, or where such dealer has failed to make reasonable inquiry relative to the age of such person and such person is under 18 years of age.
(2) It shall be unlawful for any person to give, lend, or otherwise transfer any air-gun to any person under 18 years of age, except where the relationship of parent and child, guardian and ward, or adult instructor and pupil exists between such persons and the persons under 18 years of age.
(c) Possession by person under 18 years of age. Notwithstanding any inconsistent provision of this section, it shall not be unlawful for any person under 18 years of age to have in his possession an air-gun, bow and arrow, or slingshot, if such article is:
(1) Kept within his domicile.
(2) Used by the person under 18 years of age and he is a duly enrolled member of a club, team or society organized for recreational or educational purposes and maintaining as a part of its facilities or having written permission to use an indoor or outdoor target range or other safe area, to possess, load and fire in such a place under the supervision, guidance and instruction of a responsible adult.
(d) Carrying; discharge.
(1) It shall be unlawful for any person under 18 years of age to carry any air-gun, bow and arrow, or slingshot on the streets, alleys, public roads or public lands within the township unless accompanied by a responsible adult.
(2) It shall be unlawful for any person to discharge any air-gun, bow and arrow, or slingshot from or across any street, sidewalk or alley or public land, or any public place, except on a properly constructed target range.
(3) It shall be unlawful for any person to recklessly or heedlessly or willfully or wantonly use, carry, flourish, handle or discharge any air-guns, bows and arrows, or slingshots without due caution and circumspection for the rights, safety or property of others.
(e) Civil liability of parents. Nothing contained in this section shall be deemed to relieve any parent from the civil liability, for the malicious or willful destruction of property by any minor under the age of 18 years, imposed by section 2913 of Public Act No. 236 of 1961 (MCL 600.2913).
(f) Confiscation. Any duly authorized police officer of the township shall be empowered to confiscate and legally dispose of any air-guns, slingshots, or bows and arrows when a violation of this section occurs.
(Ord. No. 81, as amended, § 16, eff. 10-19-2000)

Sec. 46-224. Replica or facsimile of firearm.
(a) Definition. “Replica or facsimile of firearm” means any device or object made of plastic, wood, metal or any other material which is a replica, facsimile, imitation or toy version of any firearm including but not limited to, a replica, facsimile or toy version of a pistol, revolver, shotgun, sawed-off shotgun, rifle, machine gun, assault weapon, starter pistol, machine gun, rocket launcher, air gun, BB gun inoperative firearms, or other firearm. As used in this article, “replica or facsimile firearm” shall include, but is not limited to toy guns, theatrical production props models, or any other device or object which might reasonably be perceived to be real firearms.
(b) Unlawful use of replica or facsimile of firearm.
(1) Unlawful display of replica, toy or imitation gun. It shall be unlawful for any person to carry, possess, brandish, aim, point, exhibit or display to any other person a replica or facsimile of a firearm in such a manner as to frighten, threaten, harass, panic or annoy any other person.
(2) Unlawful to carry or possess imitation gun in motor vehicle. It shall be unlawful for any person to carry or possess, whether concealed or displayed, in a motor vehicle in an area of the vehicle accessible to the occupants thereof, a replica or a facsimile of a firearm with intent to brandish, use, aim or point such firearm to frighten, panic, threaten, harass or annoy any other person. Carrying or concealing of any such replica or facsimile firearm under or near the driver’s seat, glove box or dashboard shall be a prima facie rebuttable inference of such intent.
(3) Unlawful to brandish replica or facsimile of firearm in presence of police officer, firefighter or emergency medical technician. No person shall draw, exhibit or brandish a replica or facsimile of a firearm in the presence of a police officer, firefighter, medical emergency technician or paramedic who is engaged in the performance of his duties and the person committing such brandishing knows or has reason to know that such police officer, firefighter, medical emergency technician or paramedic is engaged in the performance of his duties.
(Ord. of 9-27-2011, § 1)

Subdivision II. Firearms Canton Charter Township, (Wayne Co.), Michigan Code of Ordinances
Sec. 46-241. Definitions
Firearm means any weapon or device from which is propelled any missile, projectile, bullet, shot, pellet or other mass by means of explosives, compressed air or gas, or by any means of springs, levers or other mechanical device, but does not mean a bow and arrow, sling shot, paint ball gun or BB gun, which propels a projectile of a caliber of .177 or less.
(Ord. No. 81, as amended, § 15(A), eff. 10-19-2000; Ord. of 2-22-2005)

Sec. 46-243. Possession, pointing or discharge generally.
(a) Pointing or discharging without malice. It shall be unlawful for any person to intentionally, without malice, point or aim any firearm at or toward any other person, or to discharge any firearm while so aimed.
(b) Discharge upon or across certain places prohibited. It shall be unlawful to discharge a firearm within the township, except at an approved range. It shall be unlawful to:
(1) Discharge a firearm within 150 yards of an occupied building, dwelling, house, residence, or cabin, or any barn or other building used in connection with a farm operation, without obtaining written permission of the owner, renter, or occupant of the property.
(2) Discharge any firearm upon any platted land or within 150 yards of any public or private school property.
(3) Discharge any firearm upon or across any public road or highway within the township.
(c) Discharge by person under 17 years of age. It shall be unlawful for any person under the age of 17 years to discharge a firearm unless under the direct supervision and control of and accompanied by a parent, legal guardian or adult authorized by the parent or legal guardian to have direct supervision of the person under the age of 17. It shall be the responsibility of every parent, legal guardian or other person having the physical custody or charge of any minor under the age of 17 years to control the minor and prevent him from violating or attempting to violate any provision of this subdivision.
(Ord. No. 81, as amended, § 15(B), (F), (G), eff. 10-19-2000; Ord. of 2-22-2005; Ord. of 3-6-2007(1), § 2)

Sec. 46-244. Possession or discharge while under the influence of intoxicating liquor or drugs.
It shall be unlawful for any person under the influence of intoxicating liquor or any exhilarating or stupefying substance to carry or have in possession or under control or use in any manner or discharge any firearm within this township.
(Ord. No. 81, as amended, § 15(C), eff. 10-19-2000; Ord. of 2-22-2005)

Sec. 46-245. Reckless carrying or use.
It shall be unlawful for any person to recklessly or heedlessly or willfully or wantonly use, carry, or handle or discharge any firearm without due caution and circumspection for the rights, safety or property of others.
(Ord. No. 81, as amended, § 15(D), eff. 10-19-2000; Ord. of 2-22-2005)

CARO, MICHIGAN – Air Gun Laws and Ordinances

DIVISION 2. WEAPONS – Caro, Michigan – Code of Ordinances
Sec. 22-189. – Use of air guns and similar devices.
No person shall use or discharge any air gun, air pistol or any other device for the propulsion of pellets or other missiles within the city.
(Code 2000, § 46-208; Ord. No. 31, § 1, eff. 10-7-1952)

CARROLLTON TOWNSHIP, MICHIGAN – Air Gun Laws and Ordinances

No listed air-gun ordinances.

CASS CITY, MICHIGAN – Air Gun Laws and Ordinances

ARTICLE VII. OFFENSES AGAINST PUBLIC SAFETY – Cass City, Michigan – Code of Ordinances
Sec. 22-203. – Discharge of firearms, air-guns or spring-loaded guns, or bows and arrows.
(a) Prohibited generally. It shall be unlawful for any person to use or discharge a firearm, air or spring-loaded gun, or bow and arrow within the limits of the village, except:
(1) Authorized officers of the law are permitted to discharge their weapons in the performance of their duties.
(2) A person shall be permitted to discharge any weapon for the protection of his life and property.
(3) A person may discharge a weapon for target practice purposes on a range which has been approved by the village council for the specific type of weapon so discharged.
(b) Definitions. The following words, terms and phrases, when used in this section, shall have the meanings ascribed to them in this subsection, except where the context clearly indicates a different meaning:

Firearm means any weapon or device from which is propelled any missile, projectile, bullet, shot, pellet, or other mass by means of explosives, compressed air or gas, or by means of springs, levers, or other mechanical devices.

(c) Use of ranges. An approved range, as used in this section, shall mean a range for the shooting of firearms, air-guns and spring-loaded guns, or bows and arrows, constructed in such a manner as to prevent the projectile from any weapons so fired on such range from exceeding the physical limits of the range. Such range must be so designated by the village council.
(d) Use by minors. It shall be unlawful for the parent, guardian, or custodian to knowingly permit any minor in his charge or custody to use or discharge a firearm, air-gun or spring-loaded gun, or bow and arrow except on an approved range.
(e) Liability for damages by minors. Every parent or guardian of a minor under the age of 18 years shall be liable for damages in a civil action for any and all injuries to persons or property that may be caused by such minor as a result of the use or discharge of a firearm, air-gun or spring-loaded gun, or bow and arrow within the limits of the village.
(f) Confiscation by police. Any police officer shall have authority to confiscate any firearm, air gun and spring-loaded gun, and bow and arrows being used by any person anywhere within the limits of the village, except on an approved target range as provided in subsection (c) of this section. A confiscated weapon shall be held for a period of six months.
(Ord. No. 120, §§ 1—6, 4-30-1985)

CEDAR SPRINGS, MICHIGAN – Air Gun Laws and Ordinances

No listed air-gun ordinances.

CENTER LINE, MICHIGAN – Air Gun Laws and Ordinances

DIVISION 2. AIRGUNS, SLINGSHOTS, BOWS AND ARROWS – Center Line, Michigan – Code of Ordinances

Sec. 46-286. – Definitions.
The following words, terms and phrases, when used in this division, shall have the meanings ascribed to them in this section, except where the context clearly indicates a different meaning:
Air-gun means any gun, rifle, pistol or device by whatever name known which is designed to expel or shoot a projectile or missile by the action of compressed air or of a spring or elastic, but does not mean any gun or device regulated by the provisions of Act No. 372 of the Public Acts of Michigan of 1927 (MCL 28.421 et seq., MSA 28.91 et seq.), as amended, or Act No. 328 of the Public Acts of Michigan of 1931 (MCL 750.1 et seq., MSA 28.191 et seq.), as amended or Act No. 10 of the Public Acts of Michigan of 1952 (MCL 752.841 et seq., MSA 28.436(11) et seq.), and does not mean a slingshot.

Sec. 46-288. – Dangerous use prohibited.
It shall be unlawful for any person to use or permit to be used on any private or public grounds or in any private or public building, either an air-gun, a slingshot or a bow and arrow, when the projectile, missile or arrow from such use can be fired, discharged or propelled in such a manner as to endanger persons or property or to permit the projectile, missile or arrow to travel or be hurled or propelled outside the limits of the grounds, space or building in or upon which such device is being used.

Sec. 46-289. – Transfer to minor.
It shall be unlawful for any person or dealer to give, sell, rent, lend or otherwise transfer any air-gun, slingshot or bow and arrow to any person under 18 years of age, except where the relationship of parent and child, guardian and ward or adult instructor and pupil exists between such person and the person under 18 years of age.

Sec. 46-290. – Permission of violation.
It shall be unlawful for any person, dealer, parent, guardian or adult instructor knowingly to permit or allow any minor under 18 years of age to possess, use, operate, or discharge an air-gun, slingshot or bow and arrow in any manner or place contrary to the provisions of this division.

Sec. 46-291. – Discharge in public place.
It shall be unlawful for any person to discharge, use or operate any air-gun, slingshot or bow and arrow on or across any street, highway, sidewalk, alley, public land, public park or any public place except upon a properly constructed, operated and controlled target range.

Sec. 46-292. – Lawful possession.
It shall be lawful for any person to have in his possession either an air-gun, slingshot or bow and arrow, if either or any of such devices are:
(1) Kept within his residence.
(2) If carried in a public place, unloaded and in a suitable case or in a securely wrapped package, or if a bow and arrow, the string on one end of the bow may be detached from the bow.
(3) Used by persons who are duly enrolled as members of any club team or society organized for athletic, recreational or educational purposes, which maintains as a part of such organization’s facilities an indoor or outdoor target range which is operated under the supervision, guidance and instruction of a responsible adult.
(4) Used in or on any private grounds, space or building so that when such article is fired, discharged or propelled, it will not endanger persons or property, and the projectile, missile or arrow being shot or discharged from such device will not pass or travel outside the limits of such grounds, space or building.

Sec. 46-293. – Penalty; confiscation.
(a) Any person violating any of the provisions of this division shall be subject to have confiscated, and every public safety officer in the city is hereby authorized to confiscate and take into his possession, any air gun, slingshot, bow and arrow or other similar device and hold such device as evidence pending the outcome of any court case brought or filed in connection with any such violation.
(b) Any and all air-guns, slingshots, bows and arrows, or other similar devices taken from the possession of any such person who is later convicted of violating any of the provisions of this division shall be confiscated as a nuisance and destroyed or disposed of by the public safety department.

CHELSEA, MICHIGAN – Air Gun Laws and Ordinances

DIVISION 2. WEAPONS – Chelsea, Michigan – Code of Ordinances
Sec. 18-259. – Firing firearms restricted.
No person, except a duly authorized peace officer, shall fire any revolver, pistol, gun, rifle, air-rifle, bomb, or any other species of firearms, within the limits of the city, without the written permission of the city council.
(Ord. No. 50, § 174.001, 4-1950)

ARTICLE II. PARKS AND PLAYGROUND REGULATIONS – Chelsea, Michigan – Code of Ordinances
Sec. 20-19. – Purpose.
It is the purpose of this article to regulate the use by all persons, organizations, and groups thereof of all public parks and playgrounds, including those operated by the city school district, within the confines of the city.
(Ord. No. 77, § 22.001, 8-6-1973)

Sec. 20-22. – Dangerous or obnoxious materials or equipment.
(a) No person shall deposit or abandon in or on any lands or water areas within the boundaries of any park or playground any garbage, sewage, bottles, cans, refuse, trash, waste or other obnoxious materials except in receptacles provided for such purposes.
(b) No person shall have in his possession or control any slingshot, pellet gun, air rifle, fireworks, explosives or other dangerous materials within the boundaries of any park or playground.
(Ord. No. 77, § 22.004, 8-6-1973)

ARTICLE II. PARKS AND PLAYGROUND REGULATIONS – Chelsea, Michigan – Code of Ordinances
Sec. 20-22. – Dangerous or obnoxious materials or equipment.
(a) No person shall deposit or abandon in or on any lands or water areas within the boundaries of any park or playground any garbage, sewage, bottles, cans, refuse, trash, waste or other obnoxious materials except in receptacles provided for such purposes.
(b) No person shall have in his possession or control any slingshot, pellet gun, air rifle, fireworks, explosives or other dangerous materials within the boundaries of any park or playground.
(Ord. No. 77, § 22.004, 8-6-1973)

Charter Township of CHESTERFIELD, MICHIGAN – Air Gun Laws and Ordinances

ARTICLE IV. OFFENSES AGAINST PUBLIC SAFETY Chesterfield Charter Township, (Macomb Co.), Michigan Code of Ordinances
Sec. 46-157. Definitions.
The following words, terms and phrases, when used in this article, shall have the meanings ascribed to them in this section, except where the context clearly indicates a different meaning:
Firearm includes those weapons from which a dangerous projectile, including but not limited to any missile, bullet, shot or pellet, may be propelled by using explosives, gas, air, or other means of propulsion and which projectile does not exceed .177 in caliber. The term “firearm” specifically includes but is not limited to pellet guns and BB guns not exceeding .177 in caliber and slingshots, without regard to the size or caliber of the projectile propelled.
Minor means a person who has not attained 18 years of age.
(Ord. No. 81, §§ 4.2, 4.3, eff. 4-14-84)

Sec. 46-158. Discharge of firearms.
It shall be unlawful for any person to discharge a firearm within the boundaries of the township except as specifically permitted in this article.
(Ord. No. 81, § 5, eff. 4-14-84)

Sec. 46-159. Minors.
No person under 18 years of age shall use or possess any firearm outside the curtilage of his own domicile unless he is accompanied by a person over 18 years of age. In those instances in which a minor is accompanied by such a person over 18 years of age, however, he shall be limited to the use of a firearm as provided for in this article. No minor shall discharge a firearm within the curtilage of his own domicile unless permitted to do so under this article.
(Ord. No. 81, § 6, eff. 4-14-84)

Sec. 46-160. Exemptions.
The prohibition against the possession of discharge of firearms within the boundaries of the township shall not apply to:
(1) The discharge of a firearm by a person carrying a valid state hunting license and engaged in hunting pursuant to the applicable statutes of the state regulating the hunting of game animals and game birds.
(2) The discharge of a firearm while engaged in hunting on one’s own farmland.
(3) The discharge of a firearm in a controlled shooting and/or target range environment when done so without endangering life, limb or property.
(4) The discharge of a firearm when lawfully acting in the defense of persons or property.
(5) The discharge of a firearm by a person authorized pursuant to the statutes of the state and the laws of the United States to possess and/or use such a firearm, including but not limited to federal, state and municipal law enforcement personnel and members of the armed services.
(Ord. No. 81, § 7, eff. 4-14-84)

Sec. 46-161. Violation; penalty.
Any person who violates the provisions of this article shall be guilty of a misdemeanor and upon conviction thereof shall be subject to a penalty as provided in section 1-11.
(Ord. No. 81, § 8, eff. 4-14-84)

Sec. 46-162. Hunting.
Hunting with or the discharge of, a firearm, except under permit for target shooting as authorized by the township board, or to control nuisance animals as authorized by the department of natural resources, is prohibited within the following described area of the township:
Starting at 23 Mile Road and the Macomb Township-Chesterfield Township common border; thence easterly on 23 Mile Road to Gratiot Avenue; thence northeasterly on Gratiot Avenue to 24 Mile Road; thence easterly on 24 Mile Road to Baker Road; thence northerly on Baker Road to New Haven Road/Washington Avenue; thence southeasterly on New Haven Road/Washington Avenue to the west city limits of New Baltimore; thence southerly along the west city limits of New Baltimore to the shoreline of Lake St. Clair; thence southwesterly along the Lake St. Clair shoreline to William P. Rosso Highway; thence westerly along William P. Rosso Highway to the west boundary of Chesterfield Township; thence northerly along the west boundary of Chesterfield Township to 23 Mile Road, the point of beginning. The provisions of this rule shall not apply to lands owned by, or under the control of, the department of natural resources or the United States government.
(Ord. No. 42-1, § 3, eff. 9-30-82)

Chapter 50 PARKS AND RECREATION Chesterfield Charter Township, (Macomb Co.), Michigan Code of Ordinances
Sec. 50-5. Dangerous or obnoxious materials or equipment.
(a) No person shall deposit or abandon in or on any lands or water areas within the boundaries of the park any garbage, sewage, bottles, refuse, trash, waste or other obnoxious material except in receptacles provided for such purposes.
(b) No person shall have in his possession or control any glass bottle or container in or on any baseball diamond in the park or in any other locality in the park where possession of glass bottles and containers is prohibited by posted notices.
(c) No person shall have in his possession or control any slingshot, pellet gun, air rifle, fireworks, explosives or other dangerous materials within the boundaries of the park.
(Ord. No. 58, § 6, eff. 5-7-76)

Charter Township of CHINA, MICHIGAN – Air Gun Laws and Ordinances

No listed air-gun ordinances.

CLARE, MICHIGAN – Air Gun Laws and Ordinances

ARTICLE VI. OFFENSES AGAINST PUBLIC SAFETY Clare, Michigan Code of Ordinances
Sec. 28-161. Discharge of weapons.
It shall be unlawful for any person to discharge any firearm, air rifle, air pistol, bow and arrow or crossbow.
(Code 1985, § 9.102(4))

Sec. 28-167. Hunting within city limits.
No person shall carry or use a firearm, air gun, spring gun, BB gun, pellet gun, bow and arrow, sling-shot, trapping equipment or other dangerous weapon or instrument for the purpose of hunting or trapping within the city limits. Provided, however, that in order to provide for wildlife management and control, specific parcels within the city, including the City of Clare Municipal Airport, may be opened to hunting upon conditions stipulated by the city and the Wildlife Management Authorities of the State of Michigan and conditioned upon issuance of a written permit by the city commission. Every person hunting pursuant to such a permit shall have in his immediate possession the written permit issued by the city manager under the authority of the city commission and shall display the permit upon demand of any city employee, police officer or officer of the state department of natural resources. Nothing contained herein or in any permit issued by the city manager shall be construed to relieve a hunter of the duties and obligations imposed under state law or the rules and regulations promulgated by the state department of natural resources.
(Ord. No. 2008-01, 3-3-2008)

CLAWSON, MICHIGAN – Air Gun Laws and Ordinances

DIVISION 2. WEAPONS Clawson, Michigan Code of Ordinances
Sec. 46-141. Definitions.
The following words, terms and phrases, when used in this division, shall have the meanings ascribed to them in this section, except where the context clearly indicates a different meaning:
Firearms, except as otherwise specifically defined in this Code, means any weapon from which a dangerous projectile may be propelled by using explosives, gas or air as a means of propulsion.
(Code 1978, § 21-111)

Sec. 46-144. BB guns; use by minors; prohibited generally; exception.
No person under 18 years of age shall use or possess any handgun designed and manufactured exclusively for propelling BBs not exceeding 0.177 caliber by means of spring, gas or air, outside the curtilage of his domicile, unless he is accompanied by a person over 18 years of age.
(Code 1978, § 21-116)

Clayton Township Arenac County, MICHIGAN – Air Gun Laws and Ordinances

No listed air-gun ordinances.

CLINTON, MICHIGAN – Air Gun Laws and Ordinances

ARTICLE VI. OFFENSES INVOLVING UNDERAGED PERSONS – Clinton, Michigan – Code of Ordinances
Sec. 34-151. – Air guns and slingshots.
(a) Defined. An air gun or slingshot means any gun which shoots a projectile either by means of air pressure or spring.
(b) Prohibited acts. It shall be unlawful for any person under the age of 21 years to do bodily harm or destruction of property with an air gun or slingshot within the village.
(c) Permitted acts. It shall be permissible for any person under the age of 21 years to transport an unloaded air gun or slingshot within village limits, and it shall be permissible for such person to target shoot on private property in the presence of a parent or guardian.
(d) Confiscation. Any police officer shall have the authority and duty to confiscate any air gun or slingshot in the possession of any person under the age of 21 years if such person is not on private property with a parent or guardian, or is within village limits with a loaded air gun.
(Ord. No. 57-1, 7-3-57)

Township of COHOCTAH, MICHIGAN – Air Gun Laws and Ordinances

No listed air-gun ordinances.

Charter Township of COMMERCE, OAKLAND COUNTY, MICHIGAN – Air Gun Laws and Ordinances

No listed air-gun ordinances.

CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF COMSTOCK, MICHIGAN – Air Gun Laws and Ordinances

No listed air-gun ordinances.

CONSTANTINE, MICHIGAN – Air Gun Laws and Ordinances

No listed air-gun ordinances.

COOPERSVILLE, MICHIGAN – Air Gun Laws and Ordinances

CHAPTER 672 Weapons and Explosives – Coopersville, Michigan – Code of Ordinances
672.01 – FIREARMS DEFINED.
As used in this chapter, “firearms” means any weapon or device from which is propelled any missile, bullet, shot, pellet or other mass by means of springs, levers or other mechanical device, also to include but not limited to bow and arrow, cross bows, rifles, pistols, air guns, BB guns.
(Ord. 94. Passed 10-9-67; Ord. 308. Passed 1-26-98.)

672.02 – DISCHARGE OF FIREARMS.
Except as otherwise provided in Sections 672.03 and 672.04 no person shall discharge firearms within the City, except a duly authorized police officer in the performance of his duty.
(Ord. 118. Passed 7-12-74; Ord. 308. Passed 1-26-98.)

672.03 – USE OF FIREARMS.
Except as otherwise provided for in Sections 672.02 and 672.04, it is unlawful for any person to discharge any type of firearm within the corporate limits of the City of Coopersville unless on a designated course or range approved or controlled by the City of Coopersville.
(Ord. 118. Passed 7-12-74; Ord. 308. Passed 1-26-98.)

672.04 – HUNTING.
(a) Hunting is hereby allowed within the City limits during the regular hunting season established by, and in compliance with, all rules and regulations established by the State of Michigan, and is not done within 500 feet of any building, structure or roadway.
(b) Hunting is allowed using fine shot #6 to #9 only, or bow and arrow.
(Ord. 118. Passed 7-12-74; Ord. 308. Passed 1-26-98.)

672.05 – POSSESSING FIREARMS, AIR RIFLES, ETC. IN PUBLIC.
Except as otherwise provided in this chapter, no person shall have any firearm, air rifle or other such dangerous weapon in his possession in any public street, park or place unless the same is licensed as required by law or securely wrapped or encased, or unless lawfully carried under Michigan’s open carry or concealed firearms laws and regulations.
(Ord. 101. Passed 10-27-69; Ord. 434. Passed 2-28-11.)

672.99 – PENALTY.
Whoever violates or fails to comply with any of the provisions of this chapter is responsible for a Municipal civil infraction and shall be subject to the penalties provided in Section 202.99(b) and (c) of the Administration Code.
(Ord. 94-241. Passed 8-22-94.)

 CORUNNA, MICHIGAN – Air Gun Laws and Ordinances

ARTICLE V. OFFENSES AGAINST PUBLIC SAFETY – Corunna, Michigan – Code of Ordinances
Sec. 50-140. – Discharge of firearms, air guns, pellet guns, bows and arrows.
It shall be unlawful for any person within the city to discharge any firearm, air rifle, air pistol, pellet gun, or bow and arrow in the city, except when lawfully acting in the defense of person or property or the enforcement of law or at a duly established range, the operation of which has been approved by the city council.
(Code 1979, § 9.102(4)

TOWNSHIP OF COTTRELLVILLE, MICHIGAN – Air Gun Laws and Ordinances

No listed air-gun ordinances.

DEARBORN, MICHIGAN – Air Gun Laws and Ordinances

DIVISION 2. AIR GUNS, SLINGSHOTS, BOWS AND ARROWS – Dearborn, Michigan – Code of Ordinances
Sec. 14-291. – Definitions.
The following words, terms and phrases, when used in this division, shall have the meanings ascribed to them in this section, except where the context clearly indicates a different meaning:
Air-gun shall mean any gun, rifle, pistol or device by whatever name known which is designed to expel or shoot a projectile or missile by the action of compressed air or of a spring or elastic, but does not mean any gun or device regulated by the provisions of Act No. 372 of the Public Acts of Michigan of 1927 (MCL 28.421 et seq., MSA 28.91 et seq.), as amended, or Act No. 328 of the Public Acts of Michigan of 1931 (MCL 750.1 et seq., MSA 28.191 et seq.), as amended, or Act No. 10 of the Public Acts of Michigan of 1952 (MCL 752.841 et seq., MSA 28.436(11) et seq.), and does not mean a slingshot.

ARTICLE VII. OFFENSES AGAINST PUBLIC SAFETY – Dearborn, Michigan – Code of Ordinances
DIVISION 1. GENERALLY – Dearborn, Michigan – Code of Ordinances
Sec. 14-257. – Imitation guns—Possession.
It shall be unlawful for any person to carry or possess, whether concealed or displayed, in a motor vehicle in an area of the vehicle accessible to the occupants thereof an imitation, replica, facsimile or toy version of any firearm with intent to brandish, use, aim or point such imitation firearm to frighten, panic, threaten, harass or annoy any other person. Carrying or concealment of any such firearm under or near the driver’s seat, glove box or dashboard shall be a prima facie rebuttable inference of such intent.
(Ord. No. 81-29, § 613, 7-21-81; Ord. No. 88-411, 4-5-88)

Sec. 14-258. – Same—Display.
It shall be unlawful for any person to carry, possess, brandish, aim, point or exhibit to any other person a replica or facsimile of a firearm in such manner as to frighten, threaten, harass, panic or annoy any other person. A “replica or facsimile of a firearm” shall mean any device or object which is a replica, facsimile, imitation or toy version of any firearm, including but not limited to toy guns, movie or stage props, air guns, starter pistols, inoperative firearms, models, replicas or any other device designed or used to imitate a firearm.
(Ord. No. 81-29, § 612, 7-21-81; Ord. No. 88-411, 4-5-88; Ord. No. 00-826, 7-5-00)

DEARBORN HEIGHTS, MICHIGAN – Airgun Laws and Ordinances

DIVISION 2. WEAPONS – Dearborn Heights, Michigan – Code of Ordinances
Sec. 20-326. Definition.
The word “firearm” except as otherwise specifically defined in this division, shall be construed to include any weapon from which a dangerous projectile may be propelled by using explosives, gas or air as a means of propulsion.
(Code 1969, § 9.212)

Sec. 20-327. Persons exempt.
Police officers, peace officers and persons in the military service, in pursuit of official duty, and persons duly authorized by federal or state law to carry firearms, are exempt from the provisions of this division.
(Code 1969, § 9.214)

Sec. 20-328. Aiming firearm.
It shall be unlawful for any person within the city to intentionally, without malice, point or aim any firearm at or toward any other person.
(Code 1969, § 9.205)

Sec. 20-329. Aiming and discharging firearm.
It shall be unlawful for any person within the city to discharge without injury to another person any firearm, while intentionally, without malice, aiming at or toward any person.
(Code 1969, § 9.206)

Sec. 20-330. Injury by discharge of firearm.
It shall be unlawful for any person within the city to maim or injure any other person by the discharge of any firearm pointed or aimed unintentionally, without malice, at any such person.
(Code 1969, § 9.207)

Sec. 20-331. Possession or control of firearm while intoxicated.
It shall be unlawful for any person within the city, while under the influence of an alcoholic liquor or any exhilarating or stupefying drug, to carry, having in possession or control, or use in any manner, or discharge any firearm.
(Code 1969, § 9.208)

Sec. 20-332. Hunting within city prohibited.
It shall be unlawful for any person within the city to hunt wild game, or in any manner carry any gun, weapon or firearm within the city for the purpose of hunting any wild game or fowl at any time.
(Code 1969, § 9.209)

Sec. 20-333. Possession of knives, etc.
It shall be unlawful for any person to have in his possession or control, except within his own domicile, or carry or use in any manner, any knife with a blade in excess of three (3) inches, dagger, dirk, razor, stiletto or any other sharp-edged or pointed instrument or weapon used for inflicting injury upon another, provided however, that such person shall not be in violation of this section if his possession of such knife with a blade in excess of three (3) inches, dagger, dirk, razor, stiletto or any other sharp-edged or pointed instrument is necessary for his employment, trade or occupation, or if he is engaged in or is proceeding to or returning from a place of hunting, trapping or fishing and whenever required, is also carrying a currently valid license issued to him by the state department of conservation, or such person is a duly enrolled member of the Boy Scouts of America or a similar organization or society and such possession is necessary to participate in the activities of such organization or society or if the knife with a blade in excess of three (3) inches, dagger, dirk, razor, stiletto or any other sharp-edged pointed instrument is required under circumstances that tend to establish that it is possession for a lawful purpose.
(Code 1969, § 9.210; Ord. No. H-89-13, § I, 10-10-89)

Sec. 20-334. Confiscation of firearms.
All weapons, guns, pistols, firearms, knives, dirks, razors, stilettos, or any other sharp-edged or pointed instruments, or weapons carried, possessed or used contrary to this division are hereby declared forfeited to the city.
(Code 1969, § 9.211)

Sec. 20-335. Transportation and possession.
It shall be unlawful for any person to transport or to have in possession in or upon any vehicle a firearm unless the same be unloaded in both barrel and magazine and carried in the luggage compartment of the vehicle. It shall be unlawful to carry a firearm on any public street or in any public place unless it is unloaded and in a case.
(Code 1969, § 9.213)

Sec. 20-336. Sale or purchase.
It shall be unlawful for any person under eighteen (18) years of age to purchase, carry or transport a firearm on any public street or in any public place. It shall be unlawful for any person to sell a firearm to any person under eighteen (18) years of age.
(Code 1969, § 9.215)

Sec. 20-337. Air rifles; pistols; slingshots
It shall be unlawful for any person, firm or corporation to sell or offer for sale, use, operate or discharge any BB gun, air rifle, toy pistol, slingshot, catapult or any other toy shooting apparatus, gun or implement that might result in damage or destruction of life or property in the limits of the city.
(Code 1969, § 9.216)

DELHI, MICHIGAN – Air Gun Laws and Ordinances

ARTICLE VII. OFFENSES AGAINST PUBLIC SAFETY – Delhi Charter Township, (Ingham Co.), Michigan – Code of Ordinances
Sec. 10-117. – Carrying dangerous weapons.
(a) It shall be unlawful for any person to carry a dagger, dirk, stiletto, a double-edged non-folding stabbing instrument of any length, or other dangerous weapon on or about his or her person, or whether concealed or otherwise in any vehicle operated or occupied by such person, except in his or her dwelling house or place of business or on other land possessed by such person.
(b) A dagger, dirk, stiletto, double-edged non-folding stabbing instrument of any length, metallic knuckles, blackjacks, saps, switchblades and similar articles designed for the purpose of bodily assault or defense shall be dangerous weapons per se.
(c) Pocket knives with blades of three (3) inches or less, razors, hammers, hatchets, wrenches, cutting tools, ball bats and similar articles generally used for peaceful and proper purposes are dangerous weapons only if used or carried for the purpose of assault or defense, unless such articles have been modified so as to be either no longer useful for their intended purpose or have as their apparent purpose an instrument of bodily assault or defense, in which case they are presumed to be dangerous weapons.
(d) It shall be unlawful for any person to carry any firearm, air rifle, bow and arrow, slingshot, crossbow or other dangerous weapon in any public place, subject to the following exceptions:
(1) When it is in a case and is not loaded;
(2) When a bow or crossbow is unstrung or encased, or when it is being carried under the direct supervision of authorized public recreational personnel; or
(3) Where and as otherwise permitted by state law.
(Ord. No. 71.1, § 1(3)(m), (v), 5-3-88; Ord. No. 71.2, § 2(22), (23), 7-5-89; Ord. No. 71.3, § 2(22), (23), 12-21-93; Ord. No. 71.5, § 2(22), (23), 5-19-98)

Sec. 10-118. – Discharge, possession of weapons by minors.
No minor shall fire or discharge in any of the platted areas of the township any firearms, which include shotguns, rifles or pistols, B-B or pellet guns, slings or slingshots, bows and arrows, or have such weapons in his possession uncased except that the above weapons, with the exception of firearms may be fired, operated or used under the direct supervision and control of an adult.
(Ord. No. 32, § 2.1, 5-22-67)

Sec. 10-119. – Throwing missiles, objects.
It shall be unlawful for any person to wrongfully throw or propel any snowball, missile or object toward or from any moving vehicle. It shall be unlawful for any person to wrongfully throw or propel any snowball, missile or object toward any person or vehicle.
(Ord. No. 71.2, § 2(30), (31), 7-5-89; Ord. No. 71.3, § 2(30), (31), 12-21-93; Ord. No. 71.5, § 2(30), (31), 5-19-98)

Charter Township of DELTA, EATON COUNTY, MICHIGAN – Air Gun Laws and Ordinances

No listed air-gun ordinances.

DETROIT, MICHIGAN – Air Gun Laws and Ordinances

DIVISION 2. AIR GUNS – Detroit, Michigan – Code of Ordinances
Sec. 38-10-23. – Definitions.
For the purposes of this division, the following words and phrases shall have the meanings respectively ascribed to them by this section:
Air gun shall mean any gun, rifle or pistol, by whatever name known, which is designed to expel a projectile by the action of compressed air or gas, or by the action of a spring or elastic, but such term does not include a firearm.
Dealer shall mean any person engaged in the business of selling at retail or renting any air gun.
(Code 1964, § 66-2-1)

Sec. 38-10-24. – Sales, etc., to minors prohibited.
(a) It shall be unlawful for any dealer to sell, lend, rent, give or otherwise transfer an air gun to any person under the age of eighteen (18) years where the dealer knows or has reasonable cause to believe the person to be under eighteen (18) years of age or where such dealer has failed to make reasonable inquiry relative to the age of such person and such person is under eighteen (18) years of age.
(b) It shall be unlawful for any person to give, lend or otherwise transfer any air gun to any person under eighteen (18) years of age, except where the relationship of parent and child, guardian and ward, or adult instructor and pupil exists between such person and the person under eighteen (18) years of age.
(Code 1964, § 66-2-2)

Sec. 38-10-25. – Possession by minors.
Notwithstanding any inconsistent provisions of this Code or other city ordinance, it shall be lawful for any person under eighteen (18) years of age to have in his possession any air gun if it is:
(1) Kept within his domicile;
(2) Used by the person under eighteen (18) years of age and he is a duly enrolled member of any club, team or society organized for educational purposes and maintaining as part of its facilities or having written permission to use an indoor or outdoor rifle range, to possess, load and fire at such rifle range under the supervision, guidance and instruction of a responsible adult;
(3) Used in or on any private grounds or residence under circumstances when such air gun can be fired, discharged or operated in such a manner as not to endanger persons or property and also in such manner as to prevent the projectile from traversing any grounds or space outside the limits of such grounds or residence.
(Code 1964, § 66-2-3)

Sec. 38-10-26. – Carrying by minors in public.
It shall be unlawful for any person under eighteen (18) years of age to carry any air gun on the streets, alleys, public roads or public lands within the city unless accompanied by an adult; provided, that such person under eighteen (18) years of age may carry such air gun, unloaded, in a suitable case or securely wrapped.
(Code 1964, § 66-2-4)

Sec. 38-10-27. – Discharge.
It shall be unlawful for any person to discharge any air gun from or across any street, sidewalk, alley or public land or any public place, except on a properly constructed target range.
(Code 1964, § 66-2-5)

ARTICLE XVI. REPLICA OR FACSIMILE FIREARMS – Detroit, Michigan – Code of Ordinances
Sec. 38-16-1. – Definitions.
(a) The word “firearm” as used in this article means any weapon from which a dangerous projectile may be propelled by using explosives, gas, or air as a means of propulsion including any shotgun, rifle, pistol, or other device of a similar character.
(b) The words “replica or facsimile firearms” as used in this article mean any devices or objects made of plastic, wood, metal, or any other material which are replicas, facsimiles, or toy versions of, or are otherwise recognizable as: a pistol, revolver, shotgun, sawed-off shotgun, rifle, machine gun, rocket launcher, starter pistol, air gun, inoperative firearm, or other firearm. As used in this article, the words “replica or facsimile firearms” shall include, but are not limited to, toy guns, theatrical production props, hobby models (either in kit form or fully assembled), or any other devices which might reasonably be perceived to be real firearms.
(Ord. No. 10-88, § 1, 4-20-88)

Sec. 38-16-3. – Brandishing.
(a) It is unlawful for any person to draw, exhibit, or brandish replica or facsimile firearms or simulate the drawing, exhibiting, or brandishing of replica or facsimile firearms, in a rude, threatening, or angry manner with intent to fright, vex, harass, or annoy any other person.
(b) It is unlawful for any person, with knowledge that a peace officer, fire fighter, emergency medical technician, or paramedic is engaged in the performance of his or her duties, to draw, exhibit, or brandish replica or facsimile firearms in their presence.
(Ord. No. 10-88, § 1, 4-20-88)

Sec. 38-16-4. – Civil forfeiture.
Any replica or facsimile firearms possessed, or sold, or displayed with the intent to sell, or manufactured within the corporate limits of the City of Detroit with intent to sell in violation of this article, or used in a rude, threatening or angry manner, shall be seized and forfeited to the City of Detroit.
Any person who shall be convicted of violating any of the provisions of this article shall be deemed guilty of a misdemeanor and shall be punished by a fine not less than one hundred dollars ($100.00) but not greater than five hundred dollars ($500.00).
(Ord. No. 10-88, § 1, 4-20-88)

DIVISION 1. GENERALLY – Detroit, Michigan – Code of Ordinances
Sec. 38-10-1. – Definitions.
The word “firearm” as used in this article means any weapon from which a dangerous projectile may be propelled by using explosives, gas or air as a means of propulsion including any shotgun, rifle, pistol or other device of a similar character.

Sec. 38-10-7. – Discharge of firearms.
No person shall discharge a firearm in the city, except for police officers in the discharge of their duties, persons acting in self-defense and licensed shooting galleries or ranges.

Sec. 38-10-8. – Drawing, handling, etc., of guns in public.
No person, except a peace officer in the discharge of his duty or a citizen in self-defense, shall draw, handle or flourish a revolver, pistol or other gun in any public street, avenue, alley, public park or other public space.
(Code 1964, § 66-1-7)

Sec. 38-10-11. – Fine and imprisonment for violation of article.
Upon conviction of a violation of any section of this article where a firearm or pistol is involved, the violator shall be fined not less than one hundred dollars ($100.00) nor more than five hundred dollars ($500.00) and in addition shall be confined in the Wayne County jail or other facility under the sheriff’s jurisdiction for a period of not less than thirty (30) days. A person who violates this article after a first conviction for violation thereof shall be fined as stated above and in addition shall be confined in the Wayne County jail or similar facility for a period of not less than sixty (60) days. After two (2) or more convictions of violating this article, a violator shall be fined as stated above and in addition shall be confined in the Wayne County jail or similar facility for a period of not less than ninety (90) days. If detention facilities are filled, or if a sentencing judge finds from credible evidence that a defendant has no prior juvenile adjudications nor convictions of any kind, has not previously carried a concealed weapon illegally, and enjoys a good reputation in the community, a judge may defer the beginning date of a violator’s required sentence for up to sixty (60) days or may sentence a violator to a government-sponsored mandatory work program for a number of hours equivalent to sixteen (16) multiplied by the number of days of the required sentence; however, the sentence to the work program shall be upon the condition that if the violator fails to comply with the rules of the work program, the sentence to the work program shall be revoked and the violator shall actually serve the required jail sentence.
(Code 1964, § 66-5-1; Ord. No. 25-86, § 1, 11-26-86)

Sec. 38-10-18. – Penalties.
Upon conviction of a violation of any section of this article the convicted shall be subject to the fine and imprisonment as specified in section 38-10-11 of this article.

ARTICLE X. WEAPONS – Detroit, Michigan – Code of Ordinances
Sec. 38-10-23. – Definitions.
For the purposes of this division, the following words and phrases shall have the meanings respectively ascribed to them by this section:
Air gun shall mean any gun, rifle or pistol, by whatever name known, which is designed to expel a projectile by the action of compressed air or gas, or by the action of a spring or elastic, but such term does not include a firearm.
Dealer shall mean any person engaged in the business of selling at retail or renting any air gun.
(Code 1964, § 66-2-1)

Sec. 38-10-24. – Sales, etc., to minors prohibited.
(a) It shall be unlawful for any dealer to sell, lend, rent, give or otherwise transfer an air gun to any person under the age of eighteen (18) years where the dealer knows or has reasonable cause to believe the person to be under eighteen (18) years of age or where such dealer has failed to make reasonable inquiry relative to the age of such person and such person is under eighteen (18) years of age.
(b) It shall be unlawful for any person to give, lend or otherwise transfer any air gun to any person under eighteen (18) years of age, except where the relationship of parent and child, guardian and ward, or adult instructor and pupil exists between such person and the person under eighteen (18) years of age.
(Code 1964, § 66-2-2)

Sec. 38-10-25. – Possession by minors.
Notwithstanding any inconsistent provisions of this Code or other city ordinance, it shall be lawful for any person under eighteen (18) years of age to have in his possession any air gun if it is:
(1) Kept within his domicile;
(2) Used by the person under eighteen (18) years of age and he is a duly enrolled member of any club, team or society organized for educational purposes and maintaining as part of its facilities or having written permission to use an indoor or outdoor rifle range, to possess, load and fire at such rifle range under the supervision, guidance and instruction of a responsible adult;
(3) Used in or on any private grounds or residence under circumstances when such air gun can be fired, discharged or operated in such a manner as not to endanger persons or property and also in such manner as to prevent the projectile from traversing any grounds or space outside the limits of such grounds or residence.
(Code 1964, § 66-2-3)

Sec. 38-10-26. – Carrying by minors in public.
It shall be unlawful for any person under eighteen (18) years of age to carry any air gun on the streets, alleys, public roads or public lands within the city unless accompanied by an adult; provided, that such person under eighteen (18) years of age may carry such air gun, unloaded, in a suitable case or securely wrapped.
(Code 1964, § 66-2-4)

It shall be unlawful for any person to discharge any air gun from or across any street, sidewalk, alley or public land or any public place, except on a properly constructed target range.
(Code 1964, § 66-2-5)

Sec. 33-1-1. – Violations of this chapter.
(a) Persons under seventeen years of age. Any person who is under seventeen (17) years of age and who violates any provision of this chapter shall be guilty of a separate offense for each violation committed, and upon adjudication, shall be punished, for each such offense, by one of or any combination of the following:
(1) A fine not exceeding five hundred dollars ($500.00);
(2) Commitment to an authorized private or public agency or institution;
(3) Placement in foster care;
(4) The performance of community service;
(5) Probation in the minor’s own home or in the home of a related adult;
(6) A warning;
(7) The payment of court costs; or
(8) Such other appropriate order of disposition in the discretion of the court.
(b) Persons seventeen years of age and older. Except as otherwise provided by this chapter, any person who is seventeen (17) years of age or older and who violates any of the provisions of this chapter shall be guilty of a misdemeanor and, upon conviction thereof, shall be punished, for each such offense, by a fine not exceeding five hundred dollars ($500.00) or by imprisonment for a period not exceeding ninety (90) days, or by both such fine and imprisonment in the discretion of the court.
(Ord. No. 28-96, § 1, 10-23-96)

ARTICLE IV. OFFENSES AGAINST PROPERTY – Detroit, Michigan – Code of Ordinances
Weapon means:
(1) A loaded or unloaded firearm that is thirty (30) inches or less in length, or a loaded or unloaded firearm whose construction and appearance conceals it as a firearm, from which a dangerous projectile may be propelled by an explosive, gas, or air;

DEWITT, MICHIGAN – Air Gun Laws and Ordinances

No listed air-gun ordinances.

Charter Township of DEWITT, MICHIGAN – Air Gun Laws and Ordinances

ARTICLE II. PARK REGULATIONS – DeWitt Charter Township, (Clinton Co.), Michigan – Code of Ordinances
Sec. 30-22. – Township operation of parks and regulation of public conduct
(x) Firearms and other weapons. No person shall at any time discharge any firearm of any description or air rifle, spring gun, bow and arrow, sling or other form of weapon potentially dangerous to wildlife and human safety, or any instrument that can be loaded with and fire blank cartridges, or any kind of trapping device. Shooting into park property from beyond park boundaries is prohibited. This section shall not, however, be construed to apply to any duly appointed law enforcement officer while carrying out the duties and responsibilities of their position, or activities included in township sponsored events.
(y) Golf prohibited. No person shall hit golf balls into or within any park property unless authorized by the township. The swinging of golf clubs of any kind, without authorization by the township, is also prohibited on park properties.
(Ord. No. 73.1, § IV, 6-27-2005)

Sec. 30-23. – Penalties and remedies for violation.
(a) Except as to violations of the state vehicle code punishable by up to 93 days imprisonment and, as to persons convicted of civil infractions, persons violating section 30-22(f), protection of property and environment; section 30-22(g), wildlife protection; section 30-22(h), fires; section 30-22(n), unlawful obstruction; section 30-22(o), possession of drugs and alcohol; section (q), hindering or impersonating township employees shall be guilty of a misdemeanor.
(b) A person violating any of the remaining provisions of this article shall be deemed responsible for a civil infraction and subject to a civil fine of $500.00 for the first offense and $1,000.00 for each subsequent offense.
(c) In addition to or in lieu of criminal penalties as set forth in this section, any violation of this article shall be deemed a nuisance per se, permitting the township, its officers and agents, or any private citizen, to take such action in any court of competent jurisdiction to cause the abatement of such nuisance, including injunctive relief as may be appropriate.
(Ord. No. 73.1, § V, 6-27-2005)

DEXTER, MICHIGAN – Air Gun Laws and Ordinances

DIVISION 2. WEAPONS AND EXPLOSIVES – Dexter, Michigan – Code of Ordinances
Sec. 26-106. – Definitions.
Weapon means any pistol, air pistol, rifle, BB gun, air rifle, shotgun, slingshot, crossbow, bow, firebomb, or bomb, but shall not include antique guns not in operating condition.
(Ord. eff. 12-21-1981, § 1)

Sec. 26-107. – Penalty.
Violation of this division is a misdemeanor as provided in section 1-12.
(Ord. eff. 12-21-1981, § 7)

Sec. 26-109. – Discharge of weapons.
No person shall discharge any weapon within the village except in connection with the performance of lawful duties of law enforcement, or the protection of person or property when confronted with deadly force.
(Ord. eff. 12-21-1981, § 3)

DURAND, MICHIGAN – Air Gun Laws and Ordinances

No listed air-gun ordinances.

EAST JORDAN, MICHIGAN – Air Gun Laws and Ordinances

ARTICLE IV. OFFENSES AGAINST PUBLIC SAFETY – East Jordan, Michigan – Code of Ordinances
Sec. 26-79. – Discharge of weapons.
(a) No firearm or other weapon or instrument used in the propulsion of shot, shell, pellet or bullets by the action of gun powder exploded within it or through power supplied either by compressed air, spring or gaseous materials shall be discharged within the confines and corporate boundary limits of the city, except as hereinafter provided.
(b) The chief of police is hereby given the power and authority, and it shall be his duty, to adopt a uniform set of rules and regulations governing the use of target ranges within the city and before any target range may be erected, maintained or used within the city it shall be necessary that permission for the same be obtained from the chief of police.
(c) The chief of police shall have the further power and authority upon application to issue a special permit or give special permission for the use of any firearm, weapon or other instrument contrary to the intent and purpose of this section at any time that he deems it to be in the interest of the public health, welfare or safety.
(Comp. Ords. 1985, §§ 20.041—20.043; Code 1998, § 16-71; Ord. of 1-21-1997(5))

EAST LANSING, MICHIGAN – Air Gun Laws and Ordinances

No listed air-gun ordinances

EAST TAWAS, MICHIGAN – Air Gun Laws and Ordinances

ARTICLE VII. OFFENSES AGAINST PUBLIC SAFETY East Tawas, Michigan Code of Ordinances
Sec. 20-246. Discharge of weapons; hunting restricted.
It shall be unlawful for any person to fire or discharge a pistol, rifle, shotgun, pellet gun, air gun, slingshot or bow and arrow or to pursue or hunt any wild game within the limits of the city, except as provided in sections 20-247 and 20-248.
(Code 1992, § 12-187; Ord. No. 225, § 1, 3-19-1973)

EASTPOINTE, MICHIGAN – Air Gun Laws and Ordinances

ARTICLE VI. OFFENSES AGAINST PUBLIC SAFETY – Eastpointe, Michigan – Code of Ordinances
Sec. 28-143. – Discharging firearms, air rifle, air pistol or bow and arrow in the city.
It shall be unlawful for any person to discharge any firearm, air rifle, air pistol or bow and arrow in the city, except when lawfully acting in the defense of persons or property or the enforcement of law or at a duly established range, the operation of which has been approved by the council.
(Code 1973, § 9.101; Code 1989, § 664.03(b)(19); Ord. No. 649, 5-8-1984; Ord. No. 672, 6-4-1985; Ord. No. 1022, § 664.03(b)(19), 4-20-2010)

Sec. 28-144. – Carrying or concealing dangerous weapons.
No person shall carry in any public street, highway, alley, park, building or any other place open to the public, or have concealed or otherwise in any vehicle operated or occupied by such person, an air pistol, BB gun, starter gun, blank cartridge gun, blackjack, slingshot, sand club, sap bag, metal or plastic knuckles, karate sticks, nightsticks or any other dangerous or deadly weapon, except as otherwise permitted by law.
(Code 1989, § 690.01; Ord. No. 657, 12-18-1984; Ord. No. 1009, 5-19-2009; Ord. No. 1021, 4-20-2010)

Sec. 28-145. – Hunting.
It shall be unlawful for any person to hunt any game of any description within the city.
(Code 1973, § 9.101; Code 1989, § 664.03(b)(21); Ord. No. 649, 5-8-1984; Ord. No. 672, 6-4-1985; Ord. No. 1022, § 664.03(b)(20), 4-20-2010)

Sec. 28-146. – Replica or facsimile firearms.
(a) Definitions. The following words, terms and phrases, when used in this section, shall have the meanings ascribed to them in this subsection, except where the context clearly indicates a different meaning:
Firearm means any weapon from which a dangerous projectile may be propelled by using explosives, gas, or air as a means of propulsion, including any shotgun, rifle, pistol, or other device of a similar character.
Replica or facsimile firearms means any devices or objects made of plastic, wood, metal, or any other material which are replicas, facsimiles, or toy versions of, or are otherwise recognizable as: a pistol, revolver, shotgun, sawed-off shotgun, rifle, machine gun, rocket launcher, starter pistol, air gun, inoperative firearm, or other firearm. As used in this section, the term “replica or facsimile firearms” shall include, but is not limited to, toy guns, theatrical production props, hobby models, either in kit form or fully assembled, or any other devices which might reasonably be perceived to be real firearms.
(b) Possession/transportation.
(1) No person shall carry in any public street, highway, alley, park, building or any other place open to the public, or have concealed or otherwise in any vehicle operated or occupied by such person, a replica or facsimile firearm within the city.
(2) The provisions of this article shall not apply to replica or facsimile firearms, which because of their distinct color, exaggerated size, permanently affixed international blaze orange markings on the receiver portions of the product, and blaze orange plug recessed no more than six millimeters from the muzzle end of the barrel, cannot reasonably be perceived to be real firearms.
(3) The possession of a replica or facsimile firearms is permitted solely for lawful use in theatrical productions including motion picture, television, and stage productions.
(c) Brandishing.
(1) It is unlawful for any person to draw, exhibit, or brandish replica or facsimile firearms or simulate the drawing, exhibiting, or brandishing of replica or facsimile firearms, in a rude, threatening, or angry manner, which results in frightening, vexing, harassing, or annoying any other person.
(2) It is unlawful for any person, with knowledge that a peace officer, fire fighter, emergency medical technician, or paramedic is engaged in the performance of his or her duties, to draw, exhibit, possess or brandish a replica or facsimile firearms in their presence.
(d) Civil forfeiture. Any replica or facsimile firearm possessed in violation of this Code shall be seized and forfeited to the city.

ARTICLE VII. OFFENSES ON SCHOOL PROPERTY – Eastpointe, Michigan – Code of Ordinances
Sec. 28-184. – Weapons.
No person, while in any school building or on land owned and occupied or used by any school, shall use, possess, carry or conceal firearms of any description or any air rifles, spring guns, slings, knives, martial arts weapons or any other form of weapon potentially dangerous to human safety. This section does not apply to police officers acting in their normal course of duty.

EATON RAPIDS, MICHIGAN – Air Gun Laws and Ordinances

ARTICLE I. IN GENERAL – Eaton Rapids, Michigan – Code of Ordinances
Sec. 15-9. – Shooting weapons.
It shall be unlawful for any person to shoot an air gun, spring gun, crossbow, bow and arrow, gun shooting BB’s, firearm or other dangerous weapon or instrument in the city.
(Code 1966, § 9.31)

ECORSE, MICHIGAN – Air Gun Laws and Ordinances

DIVISION 2. WEAPONS GENERALLY Ecorse, Michigan Code of Ordinances
Sec. 17-111. Definition.
For the purposes of this division, the word “firearms,” except as otherwise specifically defined in this Code, shall be construed to include any weapon from which a dangerous projectile may be propelled by using explosives, gas or air as a means of propulsion.

Sec. 17-112. Exemptions.
Police officers, peace officers and persons in the military service, in pursuit of official duty, and persons duly authorized by federal or state law to carry firearms, are exempt from the provisions of this division.

Sec. 17-113. Sale or purchase of firearms.
Any person who shall own or possess any pistol, weapon or device without the same being registered as required by Section 9 of Act 372 of the Public Acts of the State of Michigan for the year 1927 [MCL 28.422, MSA 28.92], as amended; and also any person who shall purchase or sell a pistol, weapon or device without license as required by Act 372 of the Public Acts of the State of Michigan for 1927, as amended, shall be guilty of a misdemeanor.
(Code 1950, § 3-4.2)

Sec. 17-114. Transportation.
It shall be unlawful for any person to transport or to have in possession in or upon any vehicle, a firearm unless the same be unloaded in both the barrel and magazine and carried in the luggage compartment of the vehicle. It shall be unlawful to carry a firearm on any public street or in any public place unless it is unloaded and in a case.
(Code 1950, § 3-3.3)

Sec. 17-115. Minors.
It shall be unlawful for any person under eighteen (18) years of age to purchase, carry or transport a firearm on any public street or in any public place. It shall be unlawful for any person to sell a firearm to any person under eighteen (18) years of age.

Sec. 17-116. Possession, discharge.
It shall be unlawful for any person to discharge any firearm, air rifle or slingshot, nor shall any person have any rifle or slingshot in his or her possession in any street or park, except [if] the same be securely wrapped or encased.
(Code 1950, § 3-3.3; Ord. of 6-21-83)

Sec. 17-117. BB guns; use by minors, prohibition, exception.
No person under eighteen (18) years of age shall use or possess any handgun designed and manufactured exclusively for propelling BB’s not exceeding .177 caliber by means of spring, gas or air, outside the curtilage of his domicile unless he is accompanied by a person over eighteen (18) years of age.

Sec. 17-118. Destroying or injuring property by careless, reckless or negligent use of bow or arrow.
Any person who, because of carelessness, recklessness or negligence, but not willfully or wantonly, shall cause or allow any bow or arrow under his control to be used so as to destroy or injure the property of another, real or personal, shall be guilty of a misdemeanor.

DIVISION 3. REPLICA AND FACSIMILE FIREARMS Ecorse, Michigan Code of Ordinances
Sec. 17-119. Definitions.
(a) The word “firearm” as used in this division means any weapon from which a dangerous projectile may be propelled by using explosives, gas or air as a means of propulsion, including any shotgun, rifle, pistol, or other device of similar character.
(b) The words “replica or facsimile firearms” as used in this division mean any devices or objects made of plastic, wood, metal, or any other material which are replicas, facsimiles, or toy versions of, or are otherwise recognizable as: a pistol, revolver, shotgun, sawed-off shotgun, rifle, machine gun, rocket launcher, starter pistol, air-gun, inoperative firearm or other firearm. As used in this division, the words “replica or facsimile firearms” shall include, but are not limited to, toy guns, theatrical productions props, hobby models (either in kit form or fully assembled), or any other devices which might reasonably be perceived to be real firearms.
(Ord. of 5-30-89, § 1)

Sec. 17-120. Possession; sale; advertising; exceptions.
(a) It is unlawful for any person to possess or transfer replica or facsimile firearms within the corporate limits of the city.
(b) It is unlawful for any person to display, market for sale, or sell replica or facsimile firearms within the corporate limits of the city.
(c) It is unlawful for any person to place an advertisement in any newspaper, magazine, handbill, sign, poster, other publication, or other advertising media with knowledge that the purpose of the advertisement, in whole or in part, is to promote within the corporate limits of the city the possession, transfer, or sale of objects designed and manufactured as replica or facsimile firearms.
(d) The provisions of this section shall not apply to replica or facsimile firearms which, because of their distinct color, exaggerated size or permanently affixed international blaze orange markings on the receiver portions of the product and blaze orange plug recessed no more than six (6) millimeters from the muzzle end of the barrel, cannot reasonably be perceived to be real firearms.
(e) The possession, manufacture, marketing, distribution, and sale of replica or facsimile firearms are permitted if such devices are possessed, manufactured, marketed, distributed, or sold (1) solely for subsequent transportation in intrastate, interstate, or foreign commerce or (2) solely for lawful use in theatrical productions, including motion picture, television, and stage productions. Such devices shall not be displayed to the general public or sold for other uses within the corporate limits of the city regardless of where manufactured or purchased.
(Ord. of 5-30-89, § 1)

Sec. 17-121. Brandishing.
(a) It is unlawful for any person to draw, exhibit, or brandish replica or facsimile firearms or simulate the drawing, exhibiting or brandishing of replica or facsimile firearms, in a rude, threatening or angry manner with intent to frighten, vex, harass or annoy any other person.
(b) It is unlawful for any person with knowledge that a peace officer, firefighter, emergency medical technician or paramedic is engaged in the performance of his or her duties, to draw, exhibit or brandish replica or facsimile firearms in their presence.
(Ord. of 5-30-89, § 1)

Sec. 17-122. Civil forfeiture and penalty.
Any replica or facsimile firearms possessed or sold, or displayed with the intent to sell, or manufactured within the corporate limits of the city with intent to sell in violation of this division, or used in a rude, threatening or angry manner, shall be seized and forfeited to the city.
Any person who shall be convicted of violating any of the provisions of this division shall be deemed guilty of a misdemeanor and shall be punished by a fine not less than one hundred dollars ($100.00) but not greater than five hundred dollars ($500.00).
(Ord. of 5-30-89, § 1)

Sec. 17-123. Severability.
If any section, subsection, clause, phrase or portion of this division is for any reason held invalid or unconstitutional by any court of competent jurisdiction, such portion shall be deemed a separate, distinct and independent portion of this division, and such holding shall not affect the validity of the remaining portions of this division.
(Ord. of 5-30-89, § 1)

ELK RAPIDS, MICHIGAN – Air Gun Laws and Ordinances

No listed air-gun ordinances.

ESCANABA, MICHIGAN – Air Gun Laws and Ordinances

DIVISION 2. WEAPONS Escanaba, Michigan Code of Ordinances
Sec. 18-226. Discharge—Prohibited; exceptions.
No person shall fire, shoot, set off, or trigger any air gun, spring gun, cross bow or firearm or any dangerous weapon or instrument in the city, except in the lawful defense of his person or property or as otherwise permitted by law.
(Code 1969, § 130.11(A)

FABIUS, MICHIGAN – Air Gun Laws and Ordinances

No listed air-gun ordinances.

FARMINGTON, MICHIGAN – Air Gun Laws and Ordinances

DIVISION 2. WEAPONS – Farmington, Michigan – Code of Ordinances
Sec. 20-228. – Discharging in city.
It shall be unlawful for any person to discharge any firearm, air rifle, air pistol or bow and arrow in the city, except when lawfully acting in the defense of persons or property or the enforcement of law or at a duly established range, the operation of which has been approved by the council.
(Code 1977, § 9.151(5))

Sec. 20-229. – Discharging air rifles, etc., by minor.
It shall be unlawful for any person under the age of eighteen (18) years to discharge within the city and outside the curtilage of his or her domicile, any air gun, air rifle, air pistol, slingshot, or any other instrument from which a dangerous projectile, including a metal, plastic, or rubber pellet (such as a BB), a stone, or other hard object may be propelled by spring, gas, or air. Any article used in violation of this section shall be confiscated by the director of public safety and disposed of in accordance with law.
(Code 1977, § 9.151(6); Ord. No. C-706-2005, § 1, 5-2-05)

FARMINGTON HILLS, MICHIGAN – Air Gun Laws and Ordinances

DIVISION 2. FIREARMS – Farmington Hills, Michigan – Code of Ordinances
Sec. 18-306. – Definitions.
The following words, terms and phrases, when used in this division, shall have the meanings ascribed to them in this section, except where the context clearly indicates a different meaning:
Approved range means a publicly owned gun range or archery range, or a commercial firearm range (e.g., a gun or archery range) approved under section 18-311 on property that is zoned or granted a special land use or variance under chapter 34 of this Code to allow for such a use and for which a site plan has been approved showing the gun or archery range and which has received all other required governmental approvals for the operation of such commercial firearm range.

Approved target means a non-moving artificial target that is designed and used for archery target practice.

Building, structure or edifice means a space within its walls and usually but not necessarily covered with a roof.

Firearm means any weapon or device from which is propelled any missile, projectile, bullet, shot, pellet, arrow, bolt or other mass by means of explosives, compressed air or gas or by means of springs, levers or other mechanical device, including, without limitation, bows, crossbows, and guns.
(Code 1981, § 83.010; Ord. No. C-11-2012, § 1, 9-10-12 )

Sec. 18-307. – Discharge of firearms.
No person shall discharge any firearm from which is propelled a projectile by means of explosives, including, without limitation, bows, crossbows, pistols, revolvers, rifles, shot guns or similar weapons, manual or automatic, within the city with the following exceptions:
(1) Authorized officers of the law are permitted to discharge firearms in the performance of their duties.
(2) A person shall be permitted to discharge any firearm for the lawful protection of his life and his property.
(3) A person may discharge any firearm for target practice purposes, in a safe manner upon an approved range.
(4) A person may discharge a bow or crossbow for target practice, excluding the use of razor style arrow tips, at an approved target that is not located on an approved range, provided that: (i) the person is the owner of the property on which the target practice occurs or has on his person written permission to engage in the target practice from the owner of the property on which the target practice occurs; (ii) the bow or crossbow is not discharged upon or across any public road or highway; and (iii) the target practice is undertaken in a safe manner and in a manner that will not and does not result in arrows, bolts or other projectiles leaving the confines of the property on which the target practice is occurring.
(Code 1981, § 83.020; Ord. No. C-11-2012, § 2, 9-10-12 )

Sec. 18-309. – Discharge by minors.
It shall be unlawful for any person under the age of eighteen (18) years to use or discharge a firearm unless under the direct supervision and control of and accompanied by a parent, legal guardian or adult authorized by the parent or legal guardian to have direct supervision of the person under the age of eighteen (18) years. It shall be the responsibility of every parent, guardian or other person having the physical custody or charge of any minor under the age of eighteen (18) years to control the minor and prevent him or her from violating or attempting to violate any provisions of this division.
(Code 1981, § 83.050; Ord. No. C-6-2009, § 1, 7-27-09 )

Sec. 18-310. – Sale of BB guns, ammunition to minor.
It shall be unlawful for any person to sell to a minor any gun designed and manufactured for propelling BB’s not exceeding .177 caliber by means of gas, air or spring, or to sell to a minor BB’s designed to be used by such BB guns.
(Code 1981, § 80.850)

Sec. 18-311. – Practice ranges.
After investigation and report by the police department of the city, the council may approve firearms practice ranges, provided the range so approved shall be so constructed as to prevent the escape of projectiles from the specified type of firearms exceeding the physical limits of the approved range. Plans and specifications of the proposed range, together with the types of firearms to be used thereon, shall be submitted to the police department for investigation, report and recommendation. The police department shall make its report and recommend either approval or disapproval of the proposed range or may recommend approval subject to conditions. Upon receipt of such report, the city clerk shall place the matter upon the agenda of the council for action. The council may restrict the hours during which firing shall be done upon any approved range. All shooting on any approved range shall be supervised by at least one (1) adult who shall be thoroughly familiar with the operation of the firearm being used. No firing shall be done except at targets placed in accordance with the plans and specifications approved by the city.
(Code 1981, § 80.060)

Sec. 18-312. – Intentionally aiming firearm without malice.
It shall be unlawful for any person to intentionally, without malice, point or aim any firearm at or toward any other person.
(Code 1981, § 80.260)

Sec. 18-313. – Reckless endangerment.
It shall be unlawful for any person to recklessly engage in conduct which places or may place another person in danger of death or serious bodily injury. Recklessness and danger shall be presumed where a person knowingly points a firearm at or in the direction of another, whether or not either person believes the firearm to be loaded.
(Code 1981, § 80.275)

Sec. 18-314. – Unlawful possession under influence of alcoholic liquor or controlled substances.
It shall be unlawful for any person under the influence of alcoholic liquor or any exhilarating or stupefying substances to use in any manner or discharge any firearm within the city.
(Code 1981, § 80.265; Ord. No. C-6-2009, § 2, 7-27-09 )

Sec. 18-315. – Reckless use.
It shall be unlawful for any person to recklessly or heedlessly or willfully or wantonly use, carry, handle or discharge any firearm without due caution and circumspection for the rights, safety or property of others.
(Code 1981, § 80.270)

Sec. 18-316. – Damaging property by negligence.
It shall be unlawful for any person to, because of carelessness, recklessness or negligence, but not willfully or wantonly, cause or allow any firearm under his or her control to be discharged so as to destroy or injure the real or personal property of another.
(Code 1981, § 80.580)

ARTICLE III. RULES AND REGULATIONS – Farmington Hills, Michigan – Code of Ordinances
Sec. 19-65. – Firearms and fireworks.
No person shall bring into or have in his or her possession in any park or recreation area:
(1) Any BB gun, pellet gun, paint gun, air gun, spring gun, slingshot, bow or other similar type of weapon;
(2) Any fireworks as defined in the Michigan Fireworks Safety Act, Act 256 of 2011, Section 28.452, as amended.
(Ord. No. C-4-88, § 1(12.190), 1-11-88; Ord. No. C-6-2009, § 3, 7-27-09 ; Ord. No. C-10-2012, § 2, 7-23-12)

FENTON, MICHIGAN – Air Gun Laws and Ordinances

DIVISION 2. WEAPONS – Fenton, Michigan – Code of Ordinances
Sec. 20-91. – Hunting with firearms prohibited.
(a) It shall be unlawful for any person, other than a duly authorized law enforcement official in the discharge of his official duties, to use, fire or discharge any rifle, shotgun, handgun, revolver, pistol or other firearm, within the city, except as hereinafter set forth.
(b) For the purpose of this section, the word “firearm” shall be construed to include any weapon, or device, from which a dangerous projectile may be propelled by using explosives, gas or air as a means of propulsion, except any smooth bore rifle or handgun designed and manufactured exclusively for propelling BB’s not exceeding .177 caliber by means of spring, gas or air.
(c) Hunting wild game animals and birds is unlawful in the city, except that a landowner may use a pellet gun on his own property for pest control with respect to rats, coyote, opossum, porcupine, weasel, red squirrel and skunk.
(d) Bow and arrow target shooting is lawful in the city, provided it is carried out on one’s own private property in a manner so as to avoid the possibility of injury to persons or property, where safety is insured.
(e) No person shall use or possess any gun designed and manufactured exclusively for propelling BB’s not exceeding .177 caliber by means of spring, gas or air, outside the curtilage of his domicile, except for transporting in an unloaded, encased condition.
(Ord. No. 478, 4-11-88)

FERNDALE, MICHIGAN – Air Gun Laws and Ordinances

ARTICLE VI. RESERVED – Ferndale, Michigan – Code of Ordinances
Sec. 12-136. – Possession or concealment of weapons.
(a) Authorization. This section is enacted pursuant to the city’s general police power, authority granted to cities by Article 7, § 22 of the Michigan Constitution; the Home Rule Cities Act, MCL 117.1 et seq., as amended; and Chapter II, § 2(4) of the Ferndale Charter to make and enforce ordinances and resolutions for the care, protection, control and management of buildings owned by and/or controlled by the city located within the city corporate limits.
(b) Purpose. The purpose of this section is to promote the public health, safety and general welfare of the citizens of the city while at certain buildings belonging to the city. The issue of safety at city public buildings is important not only to the employees of the city but also to all those who have business or personal reasons to visit city buildings.
(c) Definitions. When used in this section, the following words, terms and phrases, and their derivations shall have the meanings ascribed to them in this section, except where the context clearly indicates a different meaning:
Concealment means to intentionally hide, put out of sight, disguise, or do any other act to keep a weapon out of sight and to avoid its being discovered or observed.
Possession means carrying or having control over a weapon with knowledge of its presence.
Weapon means and shall include a loaded or unloaded firearm that is 30 inches or less in length, or a loaded or unloaded firearm that by its construction and appearance conceals it as a firearm from which a dangerous projectile may be propelled by an explosive, or by gas or air. Weapon shall also include a dagger, dirk, razor, stiletto or knife having a blade over three inches in length.
(d) Possession or concealment of weapon prohibited.
(1) Except as otherwise provided in subsections (2) and (3), possession or concealment of a weapon shall be prohibited in all buildings owned and/or controlled by the city and located in the city including: city hall, police station, fire stations, DPW administrative office, animal shelter building, library, Gerry Kulick Community Center, summer youth recreation building while under city control and DPW water building.
(2) Notwithstanding any other provision of this section, any state, federal or local law enforcement officer, city auxiliary police officer and retired police officer may possess or conceal a weapon while at the public buildings owned and/or controlled by the city which are identified in section (d)(1).
(3) Notwithstanding any other provision of this section, a person may, while complying with any gun registration requirements, while participating in a city gun buy-back program or turning in a weapon to the city for disposal or destruction, possess an unloaded weapon at the particular public building in connection with such activity.
(e) Signs. The city shall post and maintain signs at all public entrances to the public buildings owned and/or controlled by the city which are identified in section (d)(1) notifying the public that possession or concealment of weapons in those public places is prohibited. The sign shall have lettering that is distinct, contrasting to the background and easily read, letters shall have a minimum height of ¾-inch and shall be posted in English and such other language(s) as the city clerk shall deem appropriate.
(f) Violations and penalties. Any person who possesses or conceals a weapon in public buildings owned and/or controlled by the city which is identified in section (d)(1) shall be responsible for a misdemeanor punishable by a fine of not more than $500.00 and/or 90 days in jail, or both.
(Ord. No. 945, Pt. I, 11-12-01)

FLAT ROCK, MICHIGAN – Air Gun Laws and Ordinances

DIVISION 3. WEAPONS – Flat Rock, Michigan – Code of Ordinances
Sec. 58-231. – Definitions.
The following words, terms and phrases, when used in this division, shall have the meanings ascribed to them in this section, except where the context clearly indicates a different meaning:
Air gun means any gun, rifle or pistol, by whatever name known, which is designed to expel a projectile by the action of compressed air or gas, or by the action of a spring or elastic, but does not mean a firearm.

Crime means one of the following offenses in connection with which the forfeiture of property is sought:
(i) A violation of section 58-234 pertaining to the transportation or discharge of an air gun;
(ii) A violation of section 58-235 pertaining to the discharge of a slingshot;
(iii) A violation of section 58-236 pertaining to the unlawful use, draw or shooting of any bow and/or arrows or to have in possession or transport of an archery bow in strung condition;
(iv) A violation of section 58-238 pertaining to the unlawful use, carrying or possession of a firearm;
(v) A violation of section 58-239 pertaining to the shooting or hunting of wildlife within the corporate area of the city;
(vi) A violation of section 58-240 pertaining to the discharge of any firearm, air rifle, air pistol or bow and arrow in the city.

Dealer means any person engaged in the business of selling at retail or renting any air gun.
Hunt and hunting means the pursuing, capturing, shooting, killing or taking of wildlife, and includes attempting to take wildlife.

Instrumentality of a crime means any property, other than real property, the use of which contributes directly and materially to the commission of a crime.
(Code 1979, § 9.141; Ord. No. 231A, 239A, 241, § I, 12-2-02)

Sec. 58-232. – Transfer to minors.
(a) It shall be unlawful for any dealer to sell, lend, rent, give or otherwise transfer an air gun to any person under the age of 18 years where the dealer knows or has failed to make reasonable inquiry relative to the age of such person and such person is under 18 years of age.
(b) It shall be unlawful for any person to give, lend or otherwise transfer any air gun to any person under 18 years of age, except where the relationship of parent and child, guardian and ward, or adult instructor and pupil exists between such person and the person under 18 years of age.
(Code 1979, § 9.142)

Sec. 58-233. – Lawful possession, use.
Notwithstanding any inconsistent provision of this division, it shall be lawful for any person under 18 years of age to have in his possession an air gun if the air gun is:
(1) Kept within his domicile.
(2) Used by the person under 18 years of age and he is a duly enrolled member of any club, team or society organized for educational purposes and maintaining as part of its facilities or having written permission to use an indoor or outdoor rifle range, to possess, load and fire at such rifle range under the supervision, guidance and instruction of a responsible adult.
(3) Used in or on any private grounds or residence under circumstances when such air gun can be fired, discharged or operated in such a manner as not to endanger persons or property and also in such manner as to prevent the projectile from traversing any grounds or space outside the limits of such grounds or residence.
(Code 1979, § 9.143)

Sec. 58-234. – Transporting; discharge.
(a) It shall be unlawful for any person 18 years of age to carry any air gun on the streets, alleys, public roads, or public lands within the city, unless accompanied by an adult; provided, however, that the person under 18 years of age may carry such air gun, unloaded, in a suitable case or securely wrapped.
(b) It shall be unlawful for any person to discharge any air gun from across any street, sidewalk, alley, or public land, or any public place, except on a properly constructed target range.
(Code 1979, § 9.144)

Sec. 58-235. – Slingshots, other dangerous weapons.
It shall be unlawful for any person to discharge a slingshot or other dangerous weapon within the limits of the city without first obtaining a special permit from the city council. It shall be unlawful for the parent or guardian having charge or custody of any minor child to knowingly permit such minor to use a slingshot or dangerous weapon within the city.
(Code 1979, § 9.151)

Sec. 58-238. – Possession of weapons.
It shall be unlawful for any person to use, carry or possess firearms of any description, air guns, spring guns, bow and arrows, slings or any other form of weapon potentially inimical to wildlife and also dangerous to human safety or any instrument that can be loaded with and fire blank cartridges.
(Code 1979, § 9.157)

Sec. 58-240. – Discharge prohibited; exception.
No person shall discharge any firearm, air rifle, air pistol or bow and arrow in the city, except when lawfully acting in the defense of persons or property or the enforcement of law or as authorized under this article.
(Code 1979, § 9.122(4)

CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF FLINT GENESEE COUNTY, MICHIGAN – Air Gun Laws and Ordinances

ARTICLE 2. PARK REGULATIONS Flint Charter Township, (Genesee Co.), Michigan Code of Ordinances
Sec. 10.2-10. Firearms.
No person, other than a sworn law enforcement office while carrying out an official duty, shall at any time bring into or upon the park, nor have in his possession, nor discharge, or set off anywhere in a park, a revolver, pistol, shotgun, rifle, air rifle, air gun, water gun or any gun, rifle firearm or bow or other weapon that discharges projectiles either by air, explosive substance or any other force.
(Ord. No. IV, § 4.1-10, 7-24-2006)

ARTICLE 13. WEAPONS OFFENSES Flint Charter Township, (Genesee Co.), Michigan Code of Ordinances
Sec. 6.13-5. Use of gun by minor.
No person under 18 years of age shall use or possess any handgun designed and manufactured exclusively for propelling BBs not exceeding .177 caliber by means of spring, gas or air, outside the curtilage of his domicile unless he is accompanied by a person over 18 years of age.
(Ord. No. VI, § 6.13-5, 2-21-2006)

FLUSHING, MICHIGAN – Air Gun Laws and Ordinances

ARTICLE III. PENAL CODE – Flushing Charter Township, (Genesee Co.), Michigan – Code of Ordinances
Sec. 13-55. – BB gun; possession by minor.
No person under eighteen (18) years of age shall use or possess any gun designed and manufactured exclusively for propelling BB’s not exceeding 1.77 caliber, by means of spring, gas or air, outside of the property line by a person over eighteen (18) years of age.
Any person who violates the provision of this section shall be guilty of a misdemeanor.
(Ord. No. 56, § 5, 12-13-90; Ord. No. 56(2002), § 5, 1-23-02)

FORT GRATIOT, MICHIGAN – Air Gun Laws and Ordinances

Sec. 24-4. – Activities by persons in parks—Permitted and prohibited.
(a) Protection of property. No person in any park shall:
(5) Firearms. At any time, bring into or upon any park, nor have in his or her possession, nor discharge, or set off anywhere upon said properties, a revolver, pistol, shotgun, rifle, air gun, or any gun, rifle, firearm or bow or other weapon that discharges projectiles either by air, explosive substance or any other force, provided, however, that this section shall not apply to any deputy sheriff, police officer, peace officer or other duly appointed law enforcement officer while carrying out the duties and responsibilities of his/her position.

FOWLERVILLE, MICHIGAN – Air Gun Laws and Ordinances

DIVISION 2. WEAPONS Fowlerville, Michigan Code of Ordinances
Sec. 54-161. Use of weapons in village.
(a) Generally. It shall be a violation for any person to recklessly or heedlessly or willfully or wantonly draw, handle, flourish, discharge, or fire any revolver, pistol, air-gun, bow and arrow, cross bow, slingshot, or any weapon designed to discharge any shot, pellet or missile likely to do bodily injury in any public street, alley, park, or congested public or private place within the village which might endanger the safety or welfare of others, except as provided in this division. This section shall not apply to citizens acting in self-defense, nor to peace officers or members of any duly authorized military organization, when acting in the discharge of their duties. This section shall not apply to the firing of blank ammunition from a firearm by any authorized military veterans organization while performing in a drill or ceremony, or a member of a historical society or organization while performing in a drill, ceremony or demonstration, or an actor while performing in a theatrical performance, or an official at an organized sporting event for the purpose of designating the start or finish of an event. This section shall not prohibit the council from granting permission for the maintenance of shooting galleries or target ranges under suitable regulations for the protection of and safety of its citizens and inhabitants.
(b) Discharging of an air gun, etc. The discharging of an air gun, BB gun, pellet gun, paintball gun, bow and arrow, or slingshot in the open will not be a violation if each of the following conditions is met.
(1) The activity is done by an adult or under adult supervision.
(2) The activity is done on private property. If the owner or other adult having control of the property is not present, those engaged in the activity must have written permission of the owner or the person having control of the property.
(3) The activity is done in a manner that does not allow any projectile to enter onto any other parcel of property.
(4) The activity is done with appropriate safety precautions to prevent injury to any person or property damage.
(c) Responsibility of parents and guardian. It shall be the duty of every parent, guardian, or other person having the custody or charge of any minor under the age of 16 years to control such minor. It shall be a violation for any such parent, guardian, or other person having the custody or charge of any minor under the age of 16 years to permit such minor to violate this section.
(Ord. No. 417, § 1, 2-14-2011)

Sec. 54-162. Hunting within village.
It shall be a violation for any person to hunt wild game within the village or in any manner carry any gun, weapon, or firearm within the village for the purpose of hunting any wild game or fowl at any time.
(Ord. No. 417, § 1, 2-14-2011)

Sec. 54-163. Air guns, BB gun[s], pellet guns, bow and arrows, or slingshots; minors use or possession.
(a) Use or possession by minors. It shall be unlawful for any minor under the age of 16 years to use or have in his possession in any public place of the village, unless accompanied by his parent or guardian or other authorized person, an air gun, BB gun, pellet gun, bow and arrow, or slingshot. Any police officer shall have the authority and it shall be his duty to confiscate such air gun, BB gun, pellet gun, bow and arrow, or slingshot found in the possession of any minor under the age of 16 years not accompanied by a parent or guardian or other authorized person.
(b) Duty of parents and guardians. It shall be unlawful for the parents or guardian of any such minor in his charge or custody to knowingly permit any such minor to use or have in his possession, when not properly accompanied, an air gun, pellet gun, bow and arrow, or slingshot.
(Ord. No. 417, § 1, 2-14-2011)

Sec. 54-164. Destruction of property.
It shall be a violation for any person to injure or damage any electric light or equipment or any livestock, animal or poultry of another or any real or personal property of any person with a revolver, pistol, gun, or other firearm or with a slingshot, air gun, BB gun, bow and arrow, or with any other weapon, device, or means to destroy. This subsection shall not apply to any law enforcement officer acting in the discharge of his or her duty.
(Ord. No. 417, § 1, 2-14-2011)

Sec. 54-165. Sale of weapons to minors.
It shall a violation for any person to sell or offer for sale any air-gun or other like weapon to any minor who is under the age of 16 years.
(Ord. No. 417, § 1, 2-14-2011)

FRASER, MICHIGAN – Air Gun Laws and Ordinances

DIVISION 2. WEAPONS – Fraser, Michigan – Code of Ordinances
Sec. 16-139. – BB guns; use by minors, prohibition, exception.
No person under eighteen (18) years of age shall use or possess any handgun designed and manufactured exclusively for propelling BB’s not exceeding .177 caliber by means of spring, gas or air, outside the curtilage of his domicile unless he is accompanied by a person over eighteen (18) years of age.

Sec. 16-140. – Discharge of air rifles.
(a) No person shall discharge or shoot an air rifle upon the streets or public places of the city.
(b) No person shall discharge an air rifle any place in the city, at such time and place so as to endanger any other person within the city.
(Vill. Ord. No. 9, §§ 1, 2, 10-8-45)

ARTICLE V. HUNTING AND TRAPPING – Fraser, Michigan – Code of Ordinances
Sec. 5-71. – Prohibitions.
In the interest of public health and safety and the general welfare of the citizens of the city, it shall be unlawful for any person, unless exempted by section 5-72:
(a) To hunt or pursue any animal or wildlife at any time within the limits of the city by means of a firearm, either handgun or rifle, or by any weapon or explosive device, including air rifles, spring guns, bow and arrow, slingshot, or by any other instrument potentially dangerous to human safety.
(b) To trap or snare any animal or wildlife at any time within the limits of the city by means of a steel leg trap, wire snare, pit, net, baited hook, weighted log, wire cage, or any other kind of trapping device.
(c) To use poison or a chemical by itself or in bait or feed to attract and kill wildlife.

Sec. 18-39. – Recreational activities.
No person in a park shall:
(1) Hunting and firearms. Hunt, trap or pursue wild life at any time. No person shall use, carry or possess firearms of any description or air rifles, spring guns, bow and arrows, slings or any other forms of weapons potentially inimical to wild life and dangerous to human safety, or an instrument that can be loaded with and fire blank cartridges or any kind of trapping device. Shooting into park areas from beyond park boundaries is forbidden.
(2) Picnic areas and use:
a. Regulated. Picnic or lunch in a place other than designated for that purpose. Attendants shall have the authority to regulate the activities in such areas when necessary to prevent congestion and to secure the maximum use for the comfort and convenience of all. Visitors shall comply with any directions given to achieve this end.
b. Availability. Violate the regulation that use of the individual fireplaces together with tables and benches follows generally the rule of “first come, first served.”
c. Nonexclusive. Use of any portion of the picnic areas or of any of the buildings or structures therein for the purpose of holding picnics to the exclusion of other persons, nor shall any person use such area and facilities for an unreasonable time if the facilities are crowded.
d. Duty of picnicker. Leave a picnic area before the fire is completely extinguished and before all trash in the nature of boxes, papers, cans, bottles, garbage and other refuse is placed in the disposal.
(3) Games. Take part in or abet the playing of any games involving thrown or otherwise propelled objects such as balls, stones, arrows, javelins or model airplanes except in areas set apart for such forms of recreation. The playing of rough or comparatively dangerous games such as football, baseball and quoits is prohibited except on the fields and courts or areas provided therefor. Roller skating shall be confined to those areas specifically designated for such pastime.
(Ord. No. 139, § 5, 3-25-76)

GAINES, KENT COUNTY, MICHIGAN – Air Gun Laws and Ordinances

No listed air-gun ordinances.

GIBRALTAR, MICHIGAN – Air Gun Laws and Ordinances

DIVISION 2. WEAPONS – Gibraltar, Michigan – Code of Ordinances
Sec. 22-165. – Definitions.
The following words, terms and phrases, when used in this division, shall have the meanings ascribed to them in this section, except where the context clearly indicates a different meaning:
Firearm.
(1) The term “firearm” means a weapon from which a dangerous projectile may be propelled by an explosive, or by gas or air.
(2) The term “firearm” does not include a smooth bore rifle or handgun designed and manufactured exclusively for propelling by a spring, or by gas or air, BBs not exceeding 0.177 caliber.
Pistol means a loaded or unloaded firearm that is 30 inches or less in length, or a loaded or unloaded firearm that by its construction and appearance conceals it as a firearm.
(Code 1977, § 15-184; Ord. No. 284, 11-26-2001)

Sec. 22-172. – Aiming and discharging firearm.
It shall be unlawful for any person in the city to discharge without injury to another person any firearm, while intentionally, without malice, aiming at or toward any person.
(Code 1977, § 15-190; Ord. No. 284, 11-26-2001)

Sec. 22-174. – Hunting and weapon control.
(a) It shall be unlawful for any person to hunt or pursue any birds, animals or waterfowl within the corporate limits of the city except for the following:
It shall be unlawful for any person to discharge any rifle, revolver, shotgun, pistol or any other firearm, air gun, sling shot, bow and arrows, or missile propelling implement within the city, except as provided in subsection (a) of this section; and it shall likewise be unlawful for any person to carry, draw, handle or flourish any uncased or non-broken-down rifle, revolver, pistol, shotgun, any other firearm, air gun, sling shot, bow and arrows or missile propelling implement in any public street, alley, park, or other public place within the corporate limits of the city except as provided in subsection (a) of this section and except that private or public shooting galleries or ranges shall be allowed upon receiving permission from the council after a showing that satisfactory safety regulations and practices are being followed. Provided, however, that the foregoing shall not apply to any peace officer, sheriff, deputy sheriff, constable, policeman, or any duly appointed assistant of such officers, in the discharge of his duties, or any members of any authorized military organization when acting in the proper discharge of their duties, nor to any person properly licensed under the laws of the state, or any other state, to carry a weapon upon his person, when such weapon shall be employed for the purpose for which the license was granted, subject to the limitations of subsection (a) of this section.

GLADSTONE, MICHIGAN – Air Gun Laws and Ordinances

ARTICLE VII. OFFENSES INVOLVING UNDERAGE PERSONS Gladstone, Michigan Code of Ordinances
Sec. 34-211. Duty of public safety officer.
It shall be the duty of, and it shall be lawful for, any public safety officer to take away from any child under the age of 18 years any air gun, slingshot, shotgun or rifle which has been possessed or used contrary to the provisions of this article.

GRAND BLANC, MICHIGAN – Air Gun Laws and Ordinances

Chapter 12 CRIMINAL CODE – Grand Blanc Charter Township, (Genesee Co.), Michigan – Code of Ordinances
Sec. 12-7. – Possession or use of BB handgun by person under 18 years of age.
(a) No person under 18 years of age shall use or possess any handgun designed and manufactured exclusively for propelling BB’s not exceeding .177 caliber by means of spring, gas or air, outside the curtilage of his domicile unless he is accompanied by a person over 18 years of age.
(b) No person shall recklessly, needlessly, willfully or wantonly use, carry, handle, point or discharge any BB gun or air gun in the direction of another person, any real or personal property, domestic animal or pet.
(Ord. No. 08-03, § 7, 4-10-2008)

GRAND HAVEN, MICHIGAN – Air Gun Laws and Ordinances

No listed air-gun ordinances.

GRAND RAPIDS, MICHIGAN – Air Gun Laws and Ordinances

Chapter 153 FIREARMS Grand Rapids, Michigan Code of Ordinances
Sec. 9.171. Firearm Defined.
For the purpose of this Chapter the word “firearm” shall mean any weapon or device from which is propelled any missile, projectile, bullet, shot, pellet or other mass by means of explosives, compressed air or gas or by means of springs, levers or other mechanical device which weapon or device shall be capable by the discharge of any such propelled missile, projectile, bullet, shot, pellet or other mass of inflicting personal injury or death upon any person.
(Ord. No. 67-11, 4-25-67)

Sec. 9.172. Discharging or Flourishing.
No person shall discharge any firearm in the City of Grand Rapids, and no person shall draw, handle or flourish any firearm in any public street, alley or other place open to the public in the City of Grand Rapids.
(Ord. No. 67-11, 4-25-67)

Sec. 9.173. Carrying.
No person shall carry any firearm upon his or her person in any public street, alley or other place open to the public in the City of Grand Rapids unless:
(1) The person has been issued a valid license to do so as provided by Act 372 of Michigan Public Acts of 1927, as amended (MCL 28.421 et seq.), or
(2) All ammunition has been removed from the chamber, cylinder, clip or magazine of the firearm and the firearm has been noticeably rendered inoperable by being broken down or disassembled or is completely enclosed within a case or other similar container.
(Ord. No. 67-11, 4-25-67)

Sec. 9.174. Carrying for Purposes of Repair or Merchandising.
No person shall carry any firearm upon his or her person in any building or other structure open to the public unless:
(1) The person has been issued a valid license to do so as provided by Act 372 of the Michigan Public Acts of 1927, as amended (MCL 28.421 et seq.), or
(2) The firearm is being shown or otherwise handled in the regular course of merchandising, or is being carried from the building immediately after purchase of said firearm within the building, or the firearm is carried into the building for repair of said firearm.
(Ord. No. 67-11, 4-25-67)

Sec. 9.175. Exceptions.
The prohibitions in Sections 9.172, 9.173 and 9.174 hereof do not apply:
(1) To persons acting in the lawful defense of person, property or family.
(2) To police officers or other officers of the law in the lawful discharge of their duty.
(3) To authorized military parades by permission of the Director of Public Safety.
(4) To indoor enclosed firearm ranges so constructed as to prevent damage to property or injury or death to any person where such firearm ranges are otherwise lawful; provided, however, that the discharge of a bow and arrow is permitted upon unenclosed ranges where such ranges are constructed so as to prevent damage to property or injury or death to any person.
(Ord. No. 67-11, 4-25-67; Ord. No. 2006-15, § 1, 4-11-06)

ARTICLE 1. IN GENERAL Grand Rapids, Michigan Code of Ordinances
Sec. 9.136. Miscellaneous Offenses.
No person shall:
(1) Engage in peeping in the windows of any inhabited place.
(2) Make an indecent exposure of his or her person.
(3) Engage in fortune telling or pretend to tell fortunes for hire, gain or reward.
(4) Knowingly engage in or advertise any business which offers as its principal activity the providing of nude models for artists or photographers.
(5) Fire or shoot any air gun, spring gun, bow and arrow, slingshot or other dangerous weapon or instrument in any street, avenue, alley, public place or in any place in such a manner as to endanger or be likely to endanger any person or property.
(6) Loiter in any public building or in any other building or premises owned by another person after having been requested to leave by the lawful owner or occupant or a representative of the owner or occupant.
(Ord. No. 76-14, 3-2-76; Ord. No. 78-21, 4-11-78)

GRANDVILLE, MICHIGAN – Air Gun Laws and Ordinances

No listed air-gun ordinances.

GREEN OAK CHARTER TOWNSHIP, MICHIGAN – Air Gun Laws and Ordinances

Sec. 26-85. – Dangerous or obnoxious materials or equipment.
(a) No person shall deposit or abandon in or on any township parklands any garbage, sewage, bottles, refuse, trash, waste or other obnoxious materials, except in receptacles provided for such purposes.
(b) No person shall have, possess or control any glass bottle or container in or on park playfield areas.
(c) No person shall possess or control any rifle, shotgun, pistol or other firearm, slingshot, bow, arrow, crossbow, pellet gun, air rifle, noxious gas ejecting device, fireworks, explosive or other dangerous device or material within any township park, provided that a law enforcement officer duly appointed by the United States, the state or a political subdivision thereof may carry a firearm as required for the performance of official duties, and may have such possession of other dangerous devices and materials referred to in this section as is necessary.
(Ord. No. 110, § 6, 7-21-2004)

GREENVILLE, MICHIGAN – Air Gun Laws and Ordinances

DIVISION 2. WEAPONS – Greenville, Michigan – Code of Ordinances
Sec. 26-114. – Discharge of weapons.
No person or persons, except those authorized by the law of this state so to do, shall discharge or cause to be discharged any gun, rifle, firearms, air gun, spring gun, slingshot, pistol, or other dangerous weapon or instrument within the limits of the city; provided, shooting ranges approved by the chief of police may be maintained.
(Prior Code, § 20.091; Ord. No. 23, § 1, 2-15-1939)

GROSSE POINTE, MICHIGAN – Air Gun Laws and Ordinances

ARTICLE VII. OFFENSES AGAINST PUBLIC SAFETY – Grosse Pointe, Michigan – Code of Ordinances
Sec. 46-181. – Discharging weapon.
No person shall discharge any firearm, air rifle, air pistol or bow and arrow in the city, except when lawfully acting in the defense of persons or property or the enforcement of law or at a duly established range, the operation of which has been approved by the city council.
(Code 1980, § 9.62(4)

GROSSE POINTE SHORES, MICHIGAN – Air Gun Laws and Ordinances

DIVISION 3. WEAPONS – Grosse Pointe Shores, Michigan – Code of Ordinances
Sec. 20-401. – Definitions.
The following words, terms and phrases, when used in this division, shall have the meanings ascribed to them in this section, except where the context clearly indicates a different meaning:
Firearm means any pistol, revolver, rifle, air rifle, slingshot, bow and arrow or other dangerous device capable of propelling a projectile.
(Ord. No. 138, § XXXVIII, ¶ 1, 12-17-1974; Code 1992, § 10-251)

Sec. 20-402. – Discharging firearms.
It shall be unlawful for any person to discharge any firearm within the corporate limits of the village, except when acting in defense of a person or property, the enforcement of law or at a derby or contest at an established range, the operation of which has been approved by the village council.
(Ord. No. 138, § XXXVIII, ¶ 4, 12-17-1974; Code 1992, § 10-252)

Sec. 20-403. – Aiming and pointing firearms.
It shall be unlawful for any person, except a law enforcement officer or a citizen acting in self-defense, to intentionally point or aim any firearm at or toward any other person, whether or not such weapon is loaded or armed.
(Ord. No. 138, § XXXVIII, ¶ 1, 12-17-1974; Code 1992, § 10-253)

Sec. 20-404. – Maiming and injuring by firearms.
It shall be unlawful for any person to maim or injure any other person through the discharge of any firearm pointed or aimed intentionally at any such person.
(Ord. No. 138, § XXXVIII, ¶ 6, 12-17-1974; Code 1992, § 10-254)

Sec. 20-405. – Reckless, careless and negligent use of firearms.
Any person who, because of carelessness, recklessness or negligence, but not willfully or wantonly, shall cause or allow any firearm under his immediate control to be discharged so as to kill or injure another person shall be guilty of a misdemeanor.
(Code 1992, § 10-255)

Sec. 20-406. – Carrying with unlawful intent.
It shall be unlawful for any person to go armed with a firearm or weapon with the intent to use such firearm or weapon unlawfully against another person.
(Ord. No. 138, § XXXVIII, ¶ 2, 12-17-1974; Code 1992, § 10-256)

Sec. 20-407. – Dangerous and concealed.
It shall be unlawful for any person who is not a law enforcement officer to carry on his person or in a concealed manner any pistol, knife, slingshot, knuckles or any other weapon considered to be deadly unless authorized by a permit issued by the state or a political subdivision thereof.
(Ord. No. 138, § XXXVIII, ¶ 3, 12-17-1974; Code 1992, § 10-257)

Sec. 20-408. – Transporting firearms.
(a) It shall be unlawful for any person to transport or have in his possession, in or upon any vehicle, a firearm, unless the firearm shall be unloaded in both barrel and magazine and carried in the luggage compartment of the vehicle.
(b) It shall be unlawful to carry a firearm in or upon any public street or in any public place unless the firearm is unloaded and in a case.
(c) Public safety officers, persons in police and/or military service in pursuit of official duty and persons duly authorized by federal or state law to carry firearms are exempt from the provisions of this section.
(Ord. No. 138, § XXXVIII, ¶ 11, 12-17-1974; Code 1992, § 10-258)

Sec. 20-409. – Possession or use while under influence of alcoholic liquor or controlled
It shall be unlawful for any person, while under the influence of alcoholic liquor or any controlled substance, to carry, have in his possession or control, discharge or use, in any manner, any weapon as enumerated in sections 20-401, 20-411 and 20-412.
(Ord. No. 138, § XXXVIII, ¶ 9, 12-17-1974; Code 1992, § 10-259)

Sec. 20-410. – Gas-ejecting and gas-emitting devices.
It shall be unlawful for any person, except persons authorized by law, to possess or have any gas-ejecting or gas-emitting device, cartridge or weapon.
(Ord. No. 138, § XXXVIII, ¶ 5, 12-17-1974; Code 1992, § 10-260)

Sec. 20-411. – Long knives, etc.
It shall be unlawful for any person to have in his possession or control, except within his own domicile, or carry or use in any manner, any knife, dagger, dirk, razor, stiletto or any other sharp-edged or sharp-pointed instrument or weapon in excess of three inches in length. Such person shall not be in violation of this section if his possession of such knife, dagger, dirk, razor, stiletto or similar instrument is necessary for his employment, trade or occupation, or if he is engaged in, proceeding to or returning from a place of hunting, trapping or fishing, and, whenever required, is also carrying a currently valid license issued to him by the state department of natural resources, or if such person is a duly enrolled member of the Boy Scouts of America or a similar organization or society, or if such sharp-edged or sharp-pointed instrument is required under circumstances that tend to establish that its possession is for a lawful purpose, but not including self-defense or amusement.
(Ord. No. 138, § XXXVIII, ¶ 7, 12-17-1974; Code 1992, § 10-261)

GROSSE POINTE WOODS, MICHIGAN – Air Gun Laws and Ordinances

DIVISION 2. WEAPONS – Grosse Pointe Woods, Michigan – Code of Ordinances
Sec. 28-432. – Aiming firearm or other weapon at person.
It shall be unlawful for any person, except public safety officers, to intentionally, without malice, point or aim any firearm, air rifle, air pistol or bow and arrow at or toward any other person.
(Code 1975, § 8-3-24; Code 1997, § 54-245)

Sec. 28-433. – Discharging firearm or other weapon while aiming at person.
It shall be unlawful for any person, except public safety officers, to discharge without injury to another person any firearm, air rifle, air pistol or bow and arrow while intentionally, without malice, aiming at or toward any person.
(Code 1975, § 8-3-25; Code 1997, § 54-246)

Sec. 28-434. – Discharge of firearm or other weapon prohibited; exceptions.
It shall be unlawful to discharge any firearm, air rifle, air pistol, or bow and arrow in the city except when lawfully acting in the defense of persons or property, or the enforcement of law, or at a derby or contest at an established range, the operation of which has been approved by the director of public safety.
(Code 1975, § 8-3-26; Code 1997, § 54-247)

Sec. 28-435. – Injuring person by discharge of firearm.
It shall be unlawful for any person to maim or injure any other person by the discharge of any firearm pointed or aimed unintentionally, without malice, at any such person.
(Code 1975, § 8-3-27; Code 1997, § 54-248)

Sec. 28-436. – Possession of firearm or other weapon while intoxicated.
It shall be unlawful for any person, while under the influence of alcoholic liquor or any exhilarating or stupefying drug, to carry, have in possession or control, use in any manner, or discharge any firearm, air rifle, air pistol, or bow and arrow.
(Code 1975, § 8-3-28; Code 1997, § 54-249)

Sec. 28-437. – Purchase or transport of firearms by minors.
It shall be unlawful for any person under 18 years of age to purchase any firearm. It shall be unlawful for any person under the age of 18 years to transport a firearm on any public street or in any public place unless such person is accompanied by a parent or guardian and such transportation is to or from a duly constituted target range, or location for hunting if such person has in their possession a valid hunting license issued by state authority.
(Code 1975, § 8-3-29; Code 1997, § 54-250)

Sec. 28-438. – Transporting firearms generally.
(a) Except as otherwise permitted by law, a person shall not transport or possess in or upon a motor vehicle or any self-propelled vehicle designed for land travel a firearm, other than a pistol, unless the firearm is unloaded and is one or more of the following:
(1) Taken down.
(2) Enclosed in a case.
(3) Carried in the trunk of the vehicle.
(4) Inaccessible from the interior of the vehicle.
(b) Public safety officers, peace officers and persons in police and military service in pursuit of official duty, and persons duly authorized by federal or state law to carry firearms are exempt from the provisions of this section.
(Code 1975, § 8-3-30; Code 1997, § 54-251)

Sec. 28-439. – Hunting and use of firearms generally.
(a) Definitions. The following words, terms and phrases, when used in this division, shall have the meanings ascribed to them in this subsection, unless the context clearly indicates a different meaning:
Firearm means any rifle, shotgun, revolver or cannon, or any other similar or like instrument used to shoot bullets, cartridges, shells or any other similar or like explosives.
Hunting means the carrying of firearms or weapons commonly used for hunting purposes, provided that the provisions of this section shall not be deemed to apply to unloaded firearms or weapons carried in transit through the city.
(b) Hunting prohibited. It shall be unlawful for any person to hunt animals or birds in the city.
(c) Scope of restrictions. For the purpose of this section, the term “trap shooting, skeet shooting, target shooting or practice shooting” shall be deemed to embrace all use of firearms, except where permitted in accordance with the provisions of subsection (f) of this section.
(d) Use of firearms restricted. It shall be unlawful for any person to shoot or discharge any firearms in connection with or in engaging in trap shooting, skeet shooting, target shooting or practice shooting; provided, however, this shall not preclude the operation of and participation in supervised gun clubs where various target shooting is practiced within enclosed ranges, the operation of which has previously been approved by the council.
(e) Possession of firearm or other weapon used for hunting.
(1) No person shall have in their possession with intent to use any rifle, air pistol, air gun, BB gun or similar gun, or any slingshot.
(2) The possession of any firearm or weapon commonly used for hunting purposes by any person upon public highways or upon the private property of another, except where such firearm or weapon is carried unloaded in transit through the city, shall be deemed to be prima facie evidence of the intent to hunt in the city in violation of the provisions of this section; provided, however, the use of firearms and weapons at any hunting club in the city wherein objects other than live animals and birds are used as targets shall be expressly excluded from the provisions of this section.
(f) Exceptions. The provisions of this section shall not apply to the use of firearms by police officers, peace officers or members of the state militia or of the armed forces of the state, or to police officers engaged in target practice under directions of the chief of police.
(Code 1975, §§ 8-12-1—8-12-6; Code 1997, § 54-258)

ARTICLE VIII. OFFENSES INVOLVING UNDERAGE PERSONS – Grosse Pointe Woods, Michigan – Code of Ordinances
Sec. 28-467. – Pellet guns and similar devices—Definition.
For the purpose of section 28-468, the term “firearm” shall mean any weapon or device which is designed and manufactured exclusively for propelling any missile, projectile, bullet, shot, pellet or other mass not exceeding 0.177 caliber by means of compressed air or gas or by means of springs, levers or some other mechanical device.
(Code 1975, § 8-4-25; Code 1997, § 54-284)

Sec. 28-468. – Same—Use or possession.
It shall be unlawful for any person under 18 years of age to use or possess any firearm outside the curtilage of such person’s domicile unless the person is accompanied by a parent or legal guardian.

GROVELAND, MICHIGAN – Airgun Laws and Ordinances

No listed air-gun ordinances.

CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF GUN PLAIN, MICHIGAN – Airgun Laws and Ordinances

No listed air-gun ordinances.

Harper Woods, MICHIGAN – Air Gun Laws and Ordinances

ARTICLE III. OFFENSES AGAINST THE PUBLIC PEACE AND ORDER – Harper Woods, Michigan – Code of Ordinances
Sec. 14-58. – Dangerous weapons.
It shall be unlawful for any person to carry in any public street, highway, alley, park, building, or any other place open to the public, or to have concealed or otherwise in any vehicle operated or occupied by him, any pistol, air pistol, BB gun, starter gun, pellet gun, blank cartridge gun, rifle, shot-gun, machine gun, blackjack, sling-shot, sand club, sap bag, metal or plastic knuckles, switchblade knife, or other knife with a self-opening device, or any machete, stiletto, bayonet or other stationary blade knife with a blade exceeding three (3) inches in length, or any dirk, dart, sword or other pointed device, or any other dangerous or deadly weapon, except as otherwise permitted by law.
(Code 1962, § 8-108; Ord. No. 169, § 1, 12-4-67; Ord. No. 208, § 1, 9-13-71; Ord. No. 277, § 1, 6-18-79; Ord. No. 339, § 1, 9-19-83)

HARRISON, MICHIGAN – Air Gun Laws and Ordinances

20.800 PARKS; GENERAL REGULATIONS CITY OF HARRISON, MICHIGAN Title III, Chap. 22 eff. July 22, 1962 – Harrison, Michigan –
20.810 – Prohibited acts—Firearms and hunting.
(a) A person shall not discharge any firearm, air gun, gas gun, spring loaded gun, or shot gun within the City of Harrison. This subdivision does not apply to discharge of a bow and arrow within an area permissible for hunting. This subdivision does not apply to a target or archery range, officially established by the City to get an officially sanctioned field trial. A person shall not engage in target shooting except upon designated shooting ranges.
(b) Hunt, trap, kill, wound, capture, or intentionally disturb any bird or other wildlife, except during established hunting and trapping seasons and on lands open to hunting or trapping. This subdivision does not apply to the possible disturbance of wildlife while lawfully training a hunting dog on lands open to hunting and trapping.
(c) The City may except from the provisions of this rule, City parks or recreation areas or parts thereof, when in the opinion of the City, such exceptions best serves the public interest.

HASTINGS, MICHIGAN – Air Gun Laws and Ordinances

DIVISION 2. WEAPONS Hastings, Michigan Code of Ordinances
Sec. 54-82. Air-powered, spring-powered, mechanical guns.
(a) The parents of the owner of any air-powered gun, spring-powered gun or mechanical gun residing in the city under the age of 18 years shall register such gun and obtain a permit for the use of the gun.
(b) Any such gun found in the possession of any person not carrying a permit shall be immediately picked up by the police and shall not be returned until the owner applies in person or, should he be under the age of 18 years, one of his parents applies to the police department and properly registers and obtains the permit, for which they shall pay a fee as established by resolution of the council.
(c) Parents of minors shall be civilly liable for damage done by such minors while using such guns.
(Code 1970, § 12.70)

HAZEL PARK, MICHIGAN – Air Gun Laws and Ordinances

Chapter 9.92 DANGEROUS WEAPONS Hazel Park, Michigan Code of Ordinances
9.92.010 Gun possession unlawful—Exception.
It is unlawful for any person to have in his or her possession except within his or her own domicile, or carry or use, a revolver or pistol of any description, shotgun, or rifle which may be used for the explosion of cartridges, or any air-gun, BB gun, gas-operated gun or spring gun, or any instrument, toy or weapon commonly known as a peashooter, slingshot, or beany, or any bow made for the purpose of throwing or projecting missiles of any kind by any means whatsoever, whether such instrument is called by any name set forth above or by any other name.
(Ord. 393 § 6 (part), 1966)

Charter Township of HIGHLAND, MICHIGAN – Air Gun Laws and Ordinances

DIVISION 1. GENERALLY Highland Charter Township, Michigan Code of Ordinances
Sec. 15-223. BB guns—Possession by minor.
It shall be unlawful for any person under eighteen (18) years of age to use or possess any gun designed and manufactured for propelling BB’s, pellets or other projectiles not exceeding .177 caliber by means of spring, gas or air, outside the curtilage of his domicile unless he is accompanied by a parent or guardian who is over eighteen (18) years of age.

Sec. 15-224. Same—Sale to minor.
It shall be unlawful for any person, company or corporation to sell to a minor any gun designed and manufactured for propelling BB’s, pellets or other projectiles not exceeding .177 caliber by means of gas, air or spring, or to sell to a minor BB’s designed to be used by such BB guns.

HILLSDALE, MICHIGAN – Air Gun Laws and Ordinances

ARTICLE VII. OFFENSES AGAINST PUBLIC SAFETY Hillsdale, Michigan Code of Ordinances
Sec. 22-233. Firearms.
(a) No person shall discharge any firearm, air rifle, air pistol, or bow and arrow within the city except as follows:
(1) By a law enforcement officer in the performance of his or her duty when lawfully acting in the defense of persons or property;
(2) By a person while in the exercise of the authority granted to him or her under a license granted by the city in accordance with applicable law for the purpose of culling or hunting wild animals and subject to all restrictions as might be imposed on such activity;
(3) By a person while at a duly established shooting range, the operation of which has been approved by the council.
(4) By a person while in the lawful defense of person or property;
(5) By military personnel while engaged in military funerals, reviews, or memorial events;
(6) By a person utilizing and discharging blank cartridges during a theatrical performance within a building or amphitheater or for signal purposes during athletic or sports events;
(b) Notwithstanding anything contained in this section to the contrary, the reference to “firearm” contained in subsection (a) above shall not apply to, include or prohibit the use or discharge of nailing guns or similar equipment by persons while actively engaged in permitted construction activities.
(Code 1979, § 9.65.010; Ord. No. 2009-11, 11-2-2009; Ord. No. 2010-1, 8-2-2010)

HOLLAND, MICHIGAN – Airgun Laws and Ordinances

Chapter 22 PARKS AND PUBLIC PROPERTY – Holland, Michigan – Code of Ordinances
Sec. 22-4. – Firearms, etc.
Unless that person is authorized to engage in an animal control activity authorized under section 22-9 of the Ordinance Code of the City of Holland, no person shall carry in any public park any gun, “BB” gun, air rifle, rifle, shotgun, revolver, pistol or other firearm of any kind or description or any device which is capable of throwing or discharging an object with sufficient force to injure or kill humans or animals.
(Code 1955, § 5-2.4; Ord. No. 1378, 11-19-03)
Cross reference—  Carrying certain concealed weapons in public, § 20-11.

CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF HOLLAND, MICHIGAN – Air Gun Laws and Ordinances

No listed air-gun ordinances.

Township of HOLLY, MICHIGAN – Air Gun Laws and Ordinances

No listed air-gun ordinances.

HOPKINS, MICHIGAN – Air Gun Laws and Ordinances

No listed air-gun ordinances.

HUDSON, MICHIGAN – Air Gun Laws and Ordinances

No listed air-gun ordinances.

HUDSONVILLE, MICHIGAN – Air Gun Laws and Ordinances

ARTICLE IV. CITY PARKS – Hudsonville, Michigan – Code of Ordinances
Sec. 20-57. – Firearms.
No person shall possess within a city park any bow, arrows, pistol, slingshot, air gun, rifle, gun, dart gun, shotguns or other firearm.
(Ord. No. 162, § 1, 12-14-93)

HUNTINGTON WOODS, MICHIGAN – Air Gun Laws and Ordinances

No listed air-gun ordinances.

Charter Township of INDEPENDENCE, MICHIGAN – Air Gun Laws and Ordinances

No listed air-gun ordinances.

IRON MOUNTAIN, MICHIGAN – Air Gun Laws and Ordinances

DIVISION 2. POSSESSION AND DISCHARGE OF FIREARMS – Iron Mountain, Michigan – Code of Ordinances
Sec. 42-161. – Intent of division.
This division governs the carrying, shooting, firing and discharge of bows and arrows, slingshots, firearms, BB guns and pellet pistols in the city.
(Code 1982, § 7-501)

Sec. 42-162. – Definitions.
The following words, terms and phrases, when used in this division, shall have the meanings ascribed to them in this section, except where the context clearly indicates a different meaning:
BB gun and pellet pistol means a loaded or unloaded device for the ejection of BB balls or pellets by force of spring, gas or air power.
Bow and arrow means any weapon or device of over 15 pounds pull by means of which an arrow or missile may be propelled or catapulted.
Firearm means a loaded or unloaded gun, rifle, shotgun, pistol, handgun, revolver, and other such rifled or smooth-bore weapon from which projectiles can be fired by force of gunpowder or other explosive.
Slingshot means any weapon or device consisting of a Y-shaped wood, metal, bone or plastic piece to which one or more thongs, straps or elastic bands are attached and from which stones, pellets, balls or other missiles can be hurled or catapulted.
(Code 1982, § 7-502)

Sec. 42-163. – Prohibited acts.
(a) Discharge. No person shall fire, shoot or discharge whether in practice or otherwise within the limits of the city any such bow and arrow, slingshot, firearm, BB gun or pellet pistol without first obtaining permission from the chief of police or his authorized delegate so to do.
(b) Possession. No person shall carry or have in his possession while walking or otherwise moving on foot within the limits of the city, except in his dwelling house or place of business, or on other land possessed by him, any such bow and arrow, slingshot, firearm, BB gun or pellet pistol unless such weapon shall be unstrung, taken down or apart, or enclosed in a quiver or case, and while so transported within the city limits such firearm, BB gun or pellet pistol shall be unloaded both in chamber and magazine.
(Code 1982, § 7-503)

Sec. 42-164. – Exceptions.
Excepted from the applicability of this division shall be as follows:
(1) Any member of a law enforcement agency of the federal or state government and any subdivision thereof, while under the authority of such government or its subdivision;
(2) Any member of the armed forces of the United States under authority of federal law while under such authority and not on a leave or furloughed status;
(3) Any member of the National Guard or other duly authorized military organization when on duty or drill, or while going to or returning from the customary places of assembly or practices;
(4) Any member of a color guard, honor guard, memorial guard or funeral service guard while therein engaged, or while going to or returning from such assembly or service;
(5) Any person licensed by this state or any other state to carry a firearm concealed upon his person;
(6) Any person in the regular and ordinary repair or transportation of weapons as merchandise;
(7) Any person carrying an unstrung bow, slingshot, or firearm, BB gun or pellet pistol unloaded in a wrapper or package from the place of purchase to his home or place of business, or to a place of repair or back to his home or place of business, or in moving goods from one place of abode or business to another;
(8) Any person having a valid hunting license while in the exercise of the authority permitted or prescribed by state hunting laws; and
(9) Any person acting under authority of state law.
(Code 1982, § 7-504)

IRONWOOD, MICHIGAN – Air Gun Laws and Ordinances

No listed air-gun ordinances.

JACKSON, MICHIGAN – Air Gun Laws and Ordinances

ARTICLE VIII. OFFENSES PERTAINING TO MINORS Jackson, Michigan Code of Ordinances
Sec. 18-208. Air guns and slingshots.
No minor under the age of eighteen (18) years shall use or have in his possession within the city, any air gun or slingshot. Any police officer shall confiscate any air gun or slingshot found in the possession of any minor under eighteen (18) years of age. No person, being the parent or guardian having the charge or custody of any minor under eighteen (18) years of age, shall knowingly permit such minor to use or have in his possession any air gun or slingshot.
(Code 1977, § 9.74)

JONESVILLE, MICHIGAN – Air Gun Laws and Ordinances

No listed air-gun ordinances.

Charter Township of KALAMAZOO, MICHIGAN – Air Gun Laws and Ordinances

No listed air-gun ordinances.

KENTWOOD, MICHIGAN – Air Gun Laws and Ordinances

DIVISION 2. WEAPONS – Kentwood, Michigan – Code of Ordinances
Sec. 38-192. – Discharge.
No person shall, without authority by law, discharge any firearm, air rifle, air pistol, paintball gun or other dangerous weapon within or into the City, except at a City approved facility established for such purpose. This section shall not apply to the discharge of blank ammunition as part of a City-approved event, parade or funeral ceremony.
(Comp. Ords. 1987, § 20.312(7)

KINGSFORD, MICHIGAN – Air Gun Laws and Ordinances

DIVISION 2. WEAPONS – Kingsford, Michigan – Code of Ordinances
Sec. 24-141. – Discharge of firearms.
(a) Prohibited; exception. It shall be unlawful for any person, except a public safety officer in the discharge of his duty, to discharge any firearm, air rifle, bow and arrow, slingshot, or other dangerous weapon within the city without first obtaining a special permit from the public safety director.
(b) Forfeit of weapons. All weapons, firearms, bows and arrows, and slingshots carried, possessed or used contrary to the preceding sections are hereby declared forfeited to the city.
(Ord. No. 90, § 3, 11-17-1952)

Sec. 24-142. – Hunting and trapping.
(a) It shall be unlawful for any person, except in accordance with the provisions of this section:
(1) To hunt or pursue any animal or wildlife at any time by means of a firearm, including handguns, rifles, air rifles, spring guns, bow and arrow, slingshot or any other dangerous instrument.

ARTICLE II. RULES AND REGULATIONS – Kingsford, Michigan – Code of Ordinances
Sec. 26-36. – Firearms and fireworks.
It shall be unlawful for any person to bring into any park or have in his possession in any park or discharge in any park, without first obtaining a special written permit from the public safety director:
(1) Any firearm as defined in Public Act No. 189 of 1959 (MCL 8.37), BB gun, pellet gun, air gun, spring gun, slingshot, bow, or other weapon from which a dangerous projectile may be propelled by explosives, spring, gas, or air, or any other dangerous weapon as defined in section 24-141

LAINGSBURG, MICHIGAN – Air Gun Laws and Ordinances

No listed air-gun ordinances.

LAKE ODESSA, MICHIGAN – Air Gun Laws and Ordinances

DIVISION 2. WEAPONS – Lake Odessa, Michigan – Code of Ordinances
Sec. 18-321. – Definition.
The term “firearm,” except as otherwise specifically defined in this division, shall be construed to include any weapon from which a dangerous projectile may be propelled by using explosives, gas or air as a means of propulsion.
(Code 1993, § 9-266)

Sec. 18-322. – Persons exempt from division.
Police officers, peace officers and persons in the military service, in pursuit of official duty, and persons duly authorized by federal or state law to carry firearms, are exempt from the provisions of this division.
(Code 1993, § 9-267)

Sec. 18-323. – Aiming firearm.
It shall be unlawful for any person within the village to intentionally, without malice, point or aim any firearm at or toward any other person.
(Code 1993, § 9-268)

Sec. 18-324. – Aiming and discharging firearm.
It shall be unlawful for any person within the village to discharge without injury to another person any firearm, while intentionally, without malice, aiming at or toward any person.
(Code 1993, § 9-269)

Sec. 18-325. – Injury by discharge of firearm.
It shall be unlawful for any person within the village to maim or injure any other person by the discharge of any firearm pointed or aimed unintentionally, without malice, at any such person.
(Code 1993, § 9-270)

Sec. 18-326. – Possession or control of firearm while intoxicated.
It shall be unlawful for any person within the village, while under the influence of an alcoholic liquor or any exhilarating or stupefying drug, to carry, have in possession or control, or use in any manner, or discharge, any firearm.
(Code 1993, § 9-271)

Sec. 18-327. – Hunting within village.
It shall be unlawful for any person within the village to hunt wild game, or in any manner carry any gun, weapon or firearm within the village for the purpose of hunting any wild game or fowl at any time.
(Code 1993, § 9-272)

Sec. 18-328. – Possession of knives, etc., by minors.
It shall be unlawful for any minor under 18 years of age to have in his possession or control, except within his own domicile, or carry or use in any manner any knife with a blade in excess of three inches, dagger, dirk, razor, stiletto or any other sharp-edged or pointed instrument or weapon used for inflicting injury upon another; provided, however, that such person shall not be in violation of this section if his possession of such knife with a blade in excess of three inches, dagger, dirk, razor, stiletto or any other sharp-edged or pointed instrument is necessary for his employment, trade or occupation; if he is engaged in or is proceeding to or returning from a place of hunting, trapping or fishing and, whenever required, is also carrying a currently valid license issued to him by the state department of conservation; if such person is a duly enrolled member of the Boy Scouts of America or a similar organization or society and such possession is necessary to participate in the activities of such organization or society; or if the knife with a blade in excess of three inches, dagger, dirk, razor, stiletto or any other sharp-edged pointed instrument is required under circumstances that tend to establish that its possession is for a lawful purpose.
(Code 1993, § 9-273)

Sec. 18-329. – Confiscation of weapons.
All weapons, guns, pistols, firearms, knives, dirks, razors, stilettos, or any other sharp-edged or pointed instruments or weapons carried, possessed or used contrary to this division are hereby declared forfeited to the village.
(Code 1993, § 9-274)

Sec. 18-330. – Transporting or possessing firearm in or upon motor vehicle or self-propelled vehicle designed for land travel.
Except as otherwise permitted by law, a person shall not transport or possess in or upon a motor vehicle or any self-propelled vehicle designed for land travel a firearm, other than a pistol, unless the firearm is unloaded and is one or more of the following:
(1) Taken down.
(2) Enclosed in a case.
(3) Carried in the trunk of the vehicle.
(4) Inaccessible from the interior of the vehicle.
(Code 1993, § 9-275)

Sec. 18-331. – Possession of firearm by person less than 18 years of age.
(a) Prohibition. Except as provided in subsection (b) of this section, an individual less than 18 years of age shall not possess a firearm in public except under the direct supervision of an individual 18 years of age or older.
(b) Exceptions. Subsection (a) of this section does not apply to an individual less than 18 years of age who possesses a firearm in accordance with Part 401 (wildlife conservation) of the natural resources and environmental protection act, Public Act No. 451 of 1994, (MCL 324.40101 et seq.), or Part 435 (hunting and fishing licensing) of Public Act No. 451 of 1994 (MCL 324.43501 et seq.). However, an individual less than 18 years of age may possess a firearm without a hunting license while at, or going to or from, a recognized target range or trap or skeet shooting ground if, while going to or from the range or ground, the firearm is enclosed and securely fastened in a case or locked in the trunk of a motor vehicle.
(Code 1993, § 9-276)

Sec. 18-332. – Air rifles; pistols; slingshots.
It shall be unlawful for any person to sell or offer for sale, use, operate or discharge any BB gun, air rifle, toy pistol, slingshot, catapult or any other toy shooting apparatus, gun or implement that might result in damage or destruction of life or property in the limits of the village.
(Code 1993, § 9-277)

LAKETOWN, MICHIGAN – Air Gun Laws and Ordinances

No listed air-gun ordinances.

LANSING, MICHIGAN – Air Gun Laws and Ordinances

CHAPTER 696. WEAPONS AND EXPLOSIVES Lansing, Michigan Code of Ordinances
696.01. Discharging weapons.
(a) No person shall fire or shoot any firearm, air gun, spring gun, bow and arrow, slingshot, crossbow or other dangerous weapon in any street or public place, or fire or shoot such a weapon in any place in a manner that would endanger, or be likely to endanger, any person or property, subject to the following exception(s):
A person who is an authorized participant in an approved recreational shooting program under the authority of the Lansing Police Department or Department of Parks and Recreation may use any of the following:
(1) Bows and arrows, and
(2) Crossbows.
(b) Recreational shooting program means a program that meets state or nationally recognized standards and is under the direct supervision of a certified range master who has successfully completed a nationally recognized training program.
(c) The Department of Parks and Recreation shall identify state or nationally recognized recreational shooting safety and program standards and shall promulgate or adopt rules for the safe and orderly administration of recreational shooting programs.
(Ord. No. 739, 12-22-86; Ord. No. 1133, § 1, 4-21-08)

696.02. Carrying weapons in public places.
No person shall carry any firearm, air rifle, bow and arrow, slingshot, crossbow or other dangerous weapon in any public place, subject to the following exceptions:
(a) When it is in a case and is not loaded;
(b) In the case of a bow or crossbow, when it is unstrung or encased, or when it is being carried under the direct supervision of authorized public recreational personnel; or
(c) Where and as otherwise permitted by State law.
(Ord. No. 739, 12-22-86)

696.03. Transportation of firearms in motor vehicles.
No person shall transport or possess in or upon a motor vehicle a firearm, unless the firearm is unloaded and is one or more of the following:
(a) Taken down;
(b) Enclosed in a case;
(c) Carried in the trunk of the vehicle; and/or
(d) Inaccessible from the interior of the vehicle.
(Ord. No. 739, 12-22-86)

696.05. Weapons on college campuses and buildings.
No regularly enrolled student, guest or other person shall have in his or her possession on any college campus or in any college building, either concealed or not concealed, any rifle, shotgun, revolver, knife, fire bomb, explosive or any other dangerous weapon or ordnance.
(Ord. No. 739, 12-22-86)

CHARTER TOWNSHIP of LANSING, MICHIGAN – Air Gun Laws and Ordinances

CHAPTER 32. FIREARMS CONTROL – Lansing Charter Township, (Ingham Co.), Michigan – Code of Ordinances
Section 32-1. – Unlawful to carry, fire or discharge firearm, air rifle, pellet gun, slingshot or bow and arrow; exceptions.
No person, except a police or other peace officer in the course of his duty, or a person who has been granted a permit to do so by competent authority, shall carry upon any street, road, alley, public place, or public or private property in the township any firearm, air rifle, pellet gun, slingshot or bow and arrow unless it be securely wrapped, sheathed or broken, nor fire or discharge the same within the township, except at established ranges, which are approved by the law enforcement officers of the township, unless in self-defense or the defense of his or her property.
Section 32-1.1. – Prohibition does not apply to owner and invited guests on farm property.
The provisions of section 32-1 shall not prohibit the lawful owner and/or his invited guests from carrying or discharging firearms, air rifle, pellet gun, slingshot or bow and arrow upon farm property while hunting, and provided such firearms, air rifle, pellet gun, slingshot, or bow and arrow are not fired or discharged within 750 feet of any dwelling or outbuilding located in the township, excepting therefrom the dwelling or outbuildings located on the farm property upon which said person is then hunting.

LATHRUP VILLAGE, MICHIGAN – Air Gun Laws and Ordinances

No listed air-gun ordinances.

LAWRENCE, MICHIGAN – Air Gun Laws and Ordinances

ARTICLE IV. OFFENSES AGAINST PUBLIC SAFETY – Lawrence, Michigan – Code of Ordinances
Sec. 16-66. – Firearms.
(a) Discharge firearms; unlawful. It shall be unlawful for any persons to discharge any firearm within the corporation boundary of the Village of Lawrence, Van Buren County, Michigan, except as hereinafter provided.
(b) Definitions. The following words, terms and phrases, when used in this section, shall have the meanings ascribed to them in this subsection, except where the context clearly indicates a different meaning:
Firearm means any weapon or device from which is propelled any missiles, projectiles, bullet, shot, pellet or other mass my means of explosive, compressed air or gas, or by means of springs, levers, or other mechanical devices, except a hand gun designed and manufactured exclusively for propelling BB’s not exceeding .77 caliber.
(c) Valid reason; permit; application. Any person, having a good and valid reason to discharge a firearm within the corporate limits of the village, may make written application to the chief of police for a special permit, setting forth in said application the exact and true reason for obtaining such permit; said chief of police may, if he finds that the applicant has a good and sufficient reason, issue a special permit in writing to said applicant to discharge a firearm within the village, under such conditions as said chief of police may thereon impose, and which permit shall expire on the date set forth in said permit, but in no case later than 30 days from the date of issuance thereof.
(Comp. Ords. 1987, §§ 20.021—20.023)

LEONI, MICHIGAN – Air Gun Laws and Ordinances

Chapter 24 PARKS AND RECREATION – Leoni Township, (Jackson Co.), Michigan – Code of Ordinances
Sec. 24-3. – Dangerous or obnoxious materials or equipment.
(a) No person shall deposit or abandon in or on any lands or water areas within the boundaries of any park or playground any garbage, sewage, bottles, cans, trash, refuse, waste or other obnoxious materials except in receptacles provided for such purposes.
(b) No person shall have in his possession or control any slingshot, pellet gun, air rifle, fireworks, explosives or other dangerous materials within the boundaries of any park or playground.
(C.O. 1995, § 35.104)

LESLIE, MICHIGAN – Air Gun Laws and Ordinances

No listed air-gun ordinances.

LIVONIA, MICHIGAN – Air Gun Laws and Ordinances

Article 8. Weapons Livonia, Michigan Code of Ordinances
9.90.010 Definitions.
As used in this chapter:
A. “Air gun” means any gun, rifle or pistol by whatever name known, which is designed to expel a projectile by the action of compressed air or gas.
B. “Dealer” means any person engaged in the business of selling at retail or renting any of the articles designated in subsection A of this section.

9.90.020 Selling, renting or furnishing air-guns to persons under eighteen—Restrictions.
A. It is unlawful for any dealer to sell, lend, rent, give or otherwise transfer any air gun to any person under the age of eighteen (18) years, where the dealer knows or has reasonable cause to believe the person could be under eighteen (18) years of age, or where such dealer has failed to make reasonable inquiry relative to the age of such person and such person is under eighteen (18) years of age.
B. It is unlawful for any person to give, lend or otherwise transfer any air-gun to any person under eighteen (18) years of age, except where the relationship of parent and child, guardian and ward, or adult instructor and pupil exists between such persons and the persons under eighteen (18) years of age.

9.90.030 Possession of air-guns by persons under eighteen—Conditions.
Notwithstanding any inconsistent provision of this chapter, it shall be lawful for any person under eighteen (18) years of age to have in his possession an air-gun if the article is:
A. Kept within his domicile;
B. Used by the person under eighteen (18) years of age and he is a duly enrolled member of such club, team or society organized for educational purposes and maintaining as part of its facilities or having written permission to use an indoor or outdoor rifle range or other safe area, to possess, load and fire in such a place under the supervision, guidance and instruction of a responsible adult.

9.90.040 Carrying and discharge of air-guns prohibited—Exceptions.
A. It is unlawful for any person under eighteen (18) years of age to carry an air-gun on the streets, alleys, public roads or public lands within the city unless accompanied by a responsible person who is at least eighteen (18) years of age.
B. It is unlawful for any person to discharge any air-gun from or on any public land or any public place, except on a properly constructed target range, and it is unlawful for any person to discharge any air-gun from or across any street, sidewalks or alley.
C. It is unlawful for any person to carry on, transport across or to discharge any air-gun on the private property of any other person without having in his possession the specific written consent of the owner of said property.
D. It is unlawful for any person to discharge any air-gun on private property in a manner which allows the projectile to leave that property.

9.90.050 Shooting range or area—Police chief authority—Liability for damage or injuries.
The chief of police may approve or designate a range or area in and upon which air guns may be used; provided, however, he or the city, or both, shall not be responsible for death, injury or property damage resulting from the use of any such range or area.

9.90.060 Confiscation of air-guns authorized when.
Any duly authorized police officer of the city shall be empowered to confiscate and legally dispose of any air gun when a violation of this chapter occurs.

9.90.070 Violation—Penalty—Liability for property damage.
A. Any person convicted of violating the provisions of this chapter shall, upon conviction thereof, be punished by a fine of not more than one hundred dollars ($100.00) or imprisonment for a period of not more than ninety (90) days, or both such fine and imprisonment in the discretion of the court.
B. Nothing herein contained shall be deemed to relieve any parent from the civil liability, limited to actual damages in an amount not to exceed two thousand five hundred dollars ($2,500.00), for the malicious or willful destruction of property by any minor under the age of eighteen (18) years, imposed by 1978 PA 577, as amended.

LOWELL, MICHIGAN – Air Gun Laws and Ordinances

ARTICLE VI. OFFENSES AGAINST PUBLIC SAFETY – Lowell, Michigan – Code of Ordinances
Sec. 13-107. – BB guns, bow and arrow, air rifles, slingshots, etc.
It shall be unlawful for any person to use, operate or discharge any BB gun, air rifle, toy pistol, bow and arrow (except as provided in section 13-112 hereof), slingshot, catapult or any other toy shooting apparatus, gun or implement that might result in damage or destruction of life or property in the city limits except in shooting ranges approved by the police department.
(Ord. No. 04-4, § 1, 9-7-04; Ord. No. 09-03, § 1, 7-6-09)

LUDINGTON, MICHIGAN – Air Gun Laws and Ordinances

DIVISION 1. GENERALLY – Ludington, Michigan – Code of Ordinances
Sec. 38-71. – Weapons and explosives.
No person, except a law enforcement officer, shall bring onto park or beach property or have in his possession on park or beach property any firearm or ammunition, any explosive, dynamite cap, fireworks that leave the ground, explode, or propel anything other than sparks into the air, any air gun, pellet gun, or any device by means of which a projectile can be propelled, any incendiary bomb or material; any smoke or stink bomb; any tear gas or other disabling chemical or agent; any inflammable liquid, except fuel in a fuel tank of a vehicle, vessel, camp stove or camp heater; any lighter fluid or starter fluid expressly manufactured for lighting charcoal or other cooking fuel in a designated picnic area only and but no more than one quart of such, which shall be kept in its original container. In approved camping areas, an amount of fuel not to exceed one gallon in a closed container may be in the possession of a registered camper for a lantern, camp stove or heater other than that contained in the unit’s fuel tank.

CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF LYON, MICHIGAN – Air Gun Laws and Ordinances

DIVISION 2. WEAPONS – Lyon Charter Township, (Oakland Co.), Michigan – Code of Ordinances
Sec. 26-307. – BB guns.
It shall be unlawful for any person under 18 years of age to use or possess any handgun designed and manufactured exclusively for propelling BBs and/or discharge not exceeding 0.177 caliber by means of spring, gas or air, outside the curtilage of his domicile unless he is accompanied by a person over 18 years of age.
(Ord. No. 10A-80, ch. IV, § 13, 11-30-1980)

MACKINAC ISLAND, MICHIGAN – Air Gun Laws and Ordinances

ARTICLE III. OFFENSES INVOLVING PUBLIC SAFETY – Mackinac Island, Michigan – Code of Ordinances
Sec. 38-81. – Discharge of firearms.
No person shall discharge any firearm, air rifle or air pistol in the city, except when in connection with a regularly scheduled educational or training program, or when done by law enforcement officers in performance of their duty. No person shall aid or abet another in violating this section.
(Ord. No. 156, § 1, 4-12-1961)

VILLAGE OF MACKINAW, MICHIGAN – Air Gun Laws and Ordinances

It shall hereafter be unlawful for any minor under the age of eighteen years to use or have in his possession within the Village of Mackinaw City an air-gun or sling-shot. The Chief of Police, or any member of the police force, shall have authority and it shall be his duty to confiscate any air-gun or sling-shot found in the possession of any minor under eighteen years of age.

20.202 – Parent or guardian responsibility.
Sec. 2. It shall be unlawful for any parent or guardian of any such minor in his charge or custody to knowingly permit such minor to use or have in his possession any air-gun or sling-shot.

20.203 – Penalty.
Sec. 3. Any person who shall violate any of the provisions of this ordinance shall, upon conviction, be fined not more than ten dollars.

MACOMB, MICHIGAN – Air Gun Laws and Ordinances

DIVISION 2. WEAPONS Macomb Township, (Macomb Co.), Michigan Code of Ordinances
Sec. 12-331. Definition.
The word “firearm,” except as otherwise specifically defined in this division, shall be construed to include any weapon from which a dangerous projectile may be propelled by using explosives, gas or air as a means of propulsion.

Sec. 12-341. Air rifles; pistols; slingshots.
It shall be unlawful for any person to sell or offer for sale, use, operate or discharge any BB gun, air rifle, toy pistol, slingshot, catapult or any other toy shooting apparatus, gun or implement that might result in damage or destruction of life or property in the limits of the township.

Chapter 12.5 PARKS AND RECREATION Macomb Township, (Macomb Co.), Michigan Code of Ordinances
Sec. 12.5-5. Dangerous or obnoxious materials or equipment.
(a) No person shall litter, deposit or abandon in or on any lands or water areas within the boundaries of a park or recreational facility any garbage, sewage, bottles, refuse, trash, waste or other obnoxious material except in receptacles provided for such purposes.
(b) No person shall have in his possession or control any glass bottle or glass container in a park or recreational facility.
(c) No person shall have in his possession or control any slingshot, pellet gun, air rifle, fireworks, explosives or other dangerous materials within the boundaries of a park.
(Ord. No. 249, 3-23-11)

MADISON HEIGHTS, MICHIGAN – Air Gun Laws and Ordinances

ARTICLE VII. CONTROL OF WEAPONS Madison Heights, Michigan Code of Ordinances
Sec. 17-139. Definition.
Firearm, when used in this article, except as otherwise specifically defined in this article, shall be construed to include any weapon from which a dangerous projectile may be propelled by using explosives, gas or air as a means of propulsion.
(Code 1958, § 8-105; Ord. No. 396, § 1, 10-20-69; Ord. No. 1019, § 1, 5-28-02)

Sec. 17-140. Possession unlawful; exceptions.
(a) It shall be unlawful for any person, except as otherwise provided in this article, to have in his possession except within his own domicile, or carry or use, a revolver or pistol of any description, shotgun, or rifle which may be used for the explosion of cartridges, or any air gun, “BB gun,” gas-operated gun or spring gun, or any instrument, toy or weapon commonly known as a “peashooter,” “slingshot,” or “beany” or any bow made for the purpose of throwing or projecting missiles of any kind by any means whatsoever, whether such instrument is called by any name set forth above or by any other name.
(b) This section shall not apply to licensed shooting galleries or in private grounds or premises under circumstances when such instrument can be fired, discharged or operated in such a manner as not to endanger persons or property, and also in such manner as to prevent the projectile from traversing any grounds or space outside the limits of such gallery, grounds or residence; and further provided, that nothing contained in this section shall be construed to prevent the concealed carrying of any type of gun whatsoever when unloaded and properly cased to or from any range or gallery or to or from an area where hunting is allowed by law.
(Code 1958, § 8-105; Ord. No. 129, § 2, 6-22-59; Ord. No. 1019, § 1, 5-28-02)

Sec. 17-141. Restrictions on possession of firearms.
(a) It shall be unlawful for any person to carry a firearm 30 inches or less in length on his person, concealed or otherwise, in the public streets, alleys, public shopping centers or places of business frequented by the public, public parks, public school property, property locations of religious worship open to the public or any other place in the city unless the bearer possesses a duly authorized unexpired Michigan license to carry a concealed weapon.
(b) It shall be unlawful for any person to carry a firearm commonly referred to as a longarm (rifle, shotgun or firearm over 30 inches overall length) on the public streets, alleys, public shopping centers or places of business, public parks, public school property, property locations of religious worship open to the public, or any other place within the city, whether cased or uncased, except under the provisions of this article.
(c) Unloaded longarms may be transported from a place of purchase to the residence of the purchaser if enclosed in a carton, container, closed gun case or wrapped completely in commercial wrapping paper securely closed by tape or string, while being so transported.
(d) Unloaded longarms may be transported by motor vehicle to and from hunting and firearms practice or target shooting, but must be fully enclosed in a closed carton, container or gun case or carried in the trunk of the vehicle.
(e) Unloaded longarms may be carried by any person, 17 years and older, on foot, to and from a regulated gun range, when the firearm is fully enclosed in a closed carton, container or gun case. Persons so involved shall proceed to and from the gun range without delay by avoiding loitering on the public streets and all other public places within the city.
(f) Notwithstanding the provisions contained herein, it shall be unlawful for any employee of the city, excluding those persons identified as exempt in section 17-138 above, to carry and/or possess a firearm, as defined in sections 17-139, 17-140 and 17-141 above, on his or her person or otherwise, or on or in any city owned or supplied vehicle, whether concealed or unconcealed, in the course of his or her employment with the city.
(Code 1958, § 8-105; Ord. No. 396, § 1, 10-20-69; Ord. No. 1019, § 1, 5-28-02)

Sec. 17-142. Possession of dangerous weapons prohibited; exceptions.
(a) No person shall possess any machine gun, sawed off shotgun, or any instrument or weapon of the kind commonly known as a blackjack, slingshot, sand club, sandbag, switchblade knife or metal knuckles, nor any instrument, attachment or appliance for causing the firing of any firearm to be silent or intended to lessen or muffle the noise of the firing of any firearms, except as is otherwise permitted by law.
(b) No person shall possess, with intent to use unlawfully against another, an imitation pistol, or a dagger, dirk, razor, stiletto, knife or other dangerous weapon.
(c) Any person who shall carry a dagger, dirk, stiletto or other dangerous weapon except hunting knives adapted and carried as such, concealed on or about his person, or whether concealed or otherwise in any vehicle operated or occupied by him, except in his dwelling house or place of business or on other land possessed by him is guilty of a misdemeanor.
(d) Notwithstanding the provisions contained herein, it shall be unlawful for any employee of the city, excluding those persons identified as exempt in section 17-138 above, to carry and/or possess a dangerous weapon, as defined in section 17-142(a) through (c) above, on his or her person or otherwise, or on or in any city owned or supplied vehicle, whether concealed or unconcealed, in the course of his or her employment with the city.
(Code 1958, §§ 8-105, 8-111; Ord. No. 396, § 1, 10-20-69; Ord. No. 1019, § 1, 5-28-02)

Sec. 17-143. Discharge of firearms; exceptions.
(a) It shall be unlawful for any person to discharge any firearm or other instrument producing a like effect and noise within the city, except in the lawful defense of his person or property, or as otherwise permitted by law.
(b) This section shall not apply to a funeral service, under the direct supervision of a licensed funeral director, for a member of any branch of the Armed Forces, a police officer or a firefighter. The firearm(s) discharged shall only be made by an active member or members of the Armed Forces, police or fire department in the discharge of their proper duties for the funeral service. The firearm(s) so discharged shall contain only blank ammunition incapable of discharging a projectile of any sort. The discharge of said firearm(s) shall only be made between the hours of 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. The licensed funeral director shall notify the chief of police or his authorized designee at least 24 hours prior to the discharge of any firearm(s).
(Code 1958, § 8-105; Ord. No. 1019, § 1, 5-28-02; Ord. No. 1051, § 1, 10-22-07)

Sec. 17-144. Declared contraband.
All pistols or weapons, declared to be illegal under state law, carried or possessed contrary to the provisions of this Code or the state or federal law are hereby declared contraband and are forfeited to the police chief to be disposed of in accordance with state law.
(Code 1958, § 8-105; Ord. No. 467, § 1, 12-27-71; Ord. No. 1019, § 1, 5-28-02)

Sec. 17-145. Hunting—Prohibited; exceptions.
No person shall hunt, trap, snare, shoot or kill any game birds or wild fowl of any kind whatsoever with a shotgun, pistol, trap, snare, dog or any other hunting device of any kind or nature at any place within the city. Any person owning five acres or more of farmland under actual cultivation within the city may make application for and receive from the police department a permit to hunt, trap or snare game birds or wild fowl upon such land for a limited time, provided that such hunting or shooting of game birds or wild fowl does not endanger the life, limb, safety or welfare of other persons or property.
(Code 1958, § 8-106; Ord. No. 1019, § 1, 5-28-02)

Sec. 17-146. Same—Confiscation of hunting devices.
Any gun, rifle, pistol or other hunting device found upon or in the possession or under the control of any person in violation of section 17-145 shall be taken from such person by the officer making the arrest, and impounded, and upon the conviction of such person, such firearm or other hunting device shall be confiscated and disposed of by the city.
(Code 1958, § 8-107; Ord. No. 1019, § 1, 5-28-02)

Sec. 17-147. Sale or distribution of dangerous or offensive weapons prohibited.
(a) The sale or distribution of offensive weapons or paraphernalia including, but not limited to, stars or nunchaku are hereby expressly prohibited.
(b) All applications for a business license for the sale of offensive or dangerous weapons, such as stars or nunchaku, shall be first submitted to the chief of police, who shall investigate and make a determination as to whether or not the sale of such items constitutes dangerous or offensive weapons. If the chief of police or his designate shall determine that a license is being sought for such sale of dangerous or offensive weapons, such as stars or nunchaku, he shall so certify upon the application requesting that the application for a business license be denied.
(Ord. No. 765, §§ 1, 2, 9-23-85; Ord. No. 1019, § 1, 5-28-02)

Sec. 17-148. Penalty.
Any person who shall violate the provisions of chapter 17, article VII, section 17-138 through section 17-147 shall be guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by imprisonment for not more than 93 days and/or a fine or not more than $500.00.
(Ord. No. 1019, § 1, 5-28-02)

MANTON, MICHIGAN – Air Gun Laws and Ordinances

ARTICLE IV. OFFENSES AGAINST PUBLIC SAFETY – Manton, Michigan – Code of Ordinances
Sec. 22-92. – Firearms; discharging prohibited.
It shall be unlawful for any person to discharge any firearm, gun, pistol, revolver, air gun, air pistol, or any other instrument producing a like effect and noise, or shoot a bow and arrow within the city limits, except in lawful defense of his person or property.
(Comp. Ords. 1987, § 20.215)

MARQUETTE, MICHIGAN – Air Gun Laws and Ordinances

ARTICLE VI. OFFENSES AGAINST PUBLIC SAFETY Marquette, Michigan Code of Ordinances
Sec. 32-173. Discharge of firearms, air guns, etc.
No person shall discharge any firearm, air rifle, air gun, or slingshot in the city, or discharge any bow and arrow in the city, except at regularly established archery range or rifle ranges authorized by the city.
(Code 1999, § 27.02(4))

MARYSVILLE, MICHIGAN – Air Gun Laws and Ordinances

ARTICLE III. MINORS IN POSSESSION OF ARMS Marysville, Michigan Code of Ordinances
Sec. 9.109. Possession unlawful.
It shall be unlawful for the parent or guardian of any minor child under the age of 18 years to knowingly permit such minor child under the age of eighteen 18 years to use or have in his or her possession any spring gun, air gun, sling-shot, bow and arrow, or other weapon capable of or designed to discharge any shot, pellet or missile likely to inflict bodily injury or property damage, except and unless such minor child under the age of 18 years shall be, at the time of his or her use or possession of any gun or weapon herein described, under the direct supervision or control of his or her parent or guardian or some other adult person.

ARTICLE I. IN GENERAL Marysville, Michigan Code of Ordinances
Sec. 3.16. Weapons.
Except as permitted by law, no person shall carry any bows and arrows, BB guns, sling shots, or air rifles of any description within any public park unless by special permission issued by the city.
(Ord. No. 428, § 1, 9-28-2009; Ord. No. 435, § 1, 8-23-10)

MELVINDALE, MICHIGAN – Air Gun Laws and Ordinances

ARTICLE VII. OFFENSES AGAINST PUBLIC SAFETY – Melvindale, Michigan – Code of Ordinances
Sec. 15-181. – Discharging in city.
It shall be unlawful for any person to discharge any firearm, air rifle, air pistol or bow and arrow in the city, except when lawfully acting in the defense of persons or property or the enforcement of law or at a duly established range, the operation of which has been approved by the council.
(Ord. No. 91-508, § 6-1 , 9-18-91)

MENOMINEE, MICHIGAN – Air Gun Laws and Ordinances

ARTICLE IV. OFFENSE AGAINST PUBLIC SAFETY Menominee, Michigan Code of Ordinances
Sec. 14-90. Carrying dangerous weapons.
It shall be unlawful for any person to carry in any public street, highway, alley, park, building or any other place open to the public, or to have concealed or otherwise in any vehicle operated or occupied by him, an air pistol, BB gun, starting gun, pellet gun, blank cartridge gun, rifle, shotgun, black jack, sling shot, sand club, metal or plastic knuckles, karate sticks, night sticks, knife, razor, sharp or blunt instrument or any other dangerous or deadly weapon, except as otherwise permitted by law.
(Code 1979, § 2:6.5)

Sec. 14-91. Discharging firearms, air guns, fireworks, etc.
It shall be unlawful for any person to discharge any firearm, air gun, fireworks, BB gun, or any toy projecting lead or missiles, except in a regularly established shooting gallery or range, providing that this section shall not be construed to prohibit any officer of the law from discharging a firearm in the performance of his duty; or to apply to any citizen when lawfully defending person or property. Further, this section shall not apply to the discharge of a firearm by the holder of a state of federal permit for a particular purpose, or to the discharge of a firearm with the prior authorization of the police chief and the City manager. The police chief and the City manager shall give such permission upon a showing that public safety, peace and order will not be endangered.
(Code 1979, § 2:4.2(6))

Charter Township of MERIDIAN, MICHIGAN – Air Gun Laws and Ordinances

DIVISION 3. PUBLIC CONDUCT – Meridian Charter Township, (Ingham Co.), Michigan – Code of Ordinances
Sec. 22-97. – Firearms and other weapons.
Except as authorized by Section 22-96, no person shall, at any time, discharge anywhere upon land preservation property, any firearm of any description, including an air-rifle, spring gun, bow and arrow, sling, or any instrument that can be loaded with and fire blank cartridges or any other form of weapon or device potentially dangerous to wildlife and human safety. Shooting into land preservation property from any non-land preservation property is prohibited. This section, however, shall not apply to any duly appointed law enforcement officer while carrying out the duties and responsibilities of their position. Any violation is subject to the Recreational Trespass Act, (MCLA 324.73101—324.73111) and any amendments or revisions which are adopted by reference as part of this division.
(Ord. No. 2007-15, § 3, 12-16-2007; Ord. No. 2012-07, § 1, 10-21-2012)

ARTICLE II. PUBLIC CONDUCT IN PARKS – Meridian Charter Township, (Ingham Co.), Michigan – Code of Ordinances
Sec. 54-36. – Firearms and other weapons.
No person shall, at any time, bring upon the township park property, nor possess or discharge anywhere upon such property, any firearm of any description, or air-rifle, spring gun, bow and arrow, sling, or any other form of weapon potentially dangerous to wildlife and human safety, or any instrument that can be loaded with and fire blank cartridges, or any kind or trapping device. Shooting into park property from beyond park boundaries is prohibited. This section however, shall not apply to any duly appointed law enforcement officer while carrying out the duties and responsibilities of their position. Any violation of this section is a misdemeanor punishable as provided by this Code.
(Code 1974, § 34-9; Ord. No. 2003-02, § 9, 1-7-2003)

MIDDLEVILLE, MICHIGAN – Air Gun Laws and Ordinances

No listed air-gun ordinances.

MILAN, MICHIGAN – Air Gun Laws and Ordinances

ARTICLE I. IN GENERAL – Milan, Michigan – Code of Ordinances
Sec. 13-34. – Firearms, bows, shot guns, air guns, pellet guns and slingshots.
(a) No person shall fire any shot gun, rifle, pistol, or other firearm within the city limits of the City of Milan unless it can be deemed necessary to protect his life or the lives of his family; except however, that the chief of police may authorize shooting at registered and approved sites.
(b) No person shall shoot a B-B gun, gas-fired pellet gun, dart gun, bow and arrow or slingshot within the city limits unless it is on such person’s property for the purpose of target practice. Such target practicing shall be supervised by an adult whose property is being used and such target must be located so as to prevent any pellets, B-B’s, arrows or darts from leaving such person’s property.
(c) It shall be the duty of the chief of police or any officer designated by the chief of police to seize all guns or weapons of any type used in violating this section and he shall dispose of such weapons as provided by law.
(d) No person shall sell, loan or furnish to any minors, any firearm in which any explosives can be used, or any dynamite fuse or caps, gun powder or other explosives.
(Ord. No. C.O. 82-9, § 1, 10-12-82)

ARTICLE I. IN GENERAL – Milan, Michigan – Code of Ordinances
Conduct in the parks.
(m) Firearms, fireworks or dangerous projectiles.
(1) No person shall have in his or her possession or control any rifle, shotgun, pistol or other firearm, slingshot, bow, arrow, crossbow, pellet gun, air rifle, gas projectile or ejecting devise, fireworks, explosive or other dangerous devices or material or weapon within the boundaries of a park, unless the person can produce the appropriate county, state, or federal permit to carry said device; provided that a local, county, state or federal law enforcement officer may carry a firearm, but only to the extent that said law enforcement officer is required by his or her job to carry such firearm on his or her person at all times.
(2) Professionally licensed and insured firework displays may be allowed in the park upon approval of the director of parks and recreation, chief of police, and the Milan City Council.
(3) No person shall throw any stones or other missiles within a park or hit any golf balls or other missiles in any part of the park unless in areas specifically designated for such activity.

MILFORD, MICHIGAN – Air Gun Laws and Ordinances

ARTICLE VIII. OFFENSES INVOLVING UNDERAGED PERSONS – Milford, Michigan – Code of Ordinances
Sec. 50-256. – BB guns.
It shall be unlawful for any person under 18 years of age to use or possess any handgun designed and manufactured exclusively for propelling BBs not exceeding .177 caliber by means of spring, gas, or air, outside the curtilage of his domicile, unless he is accompanied by a person 18 years of age or over.
(Ord. No. 154, § 34, 4-24-72 eff.)

Charter Township of MILFORD, MICHIGAN – Air Gun Laws and Ordinances

DIVISION 1. GENERALLY Milford Charter Township , Michigan Code of Ordinances
Sec. 18-217. BB guns.
It shall be unlawful for any person under 18 years of age to use or possess any handgun designed and manufactured exclusively for propelling BB’s not exceeding 0.177 caliber by means of spring, gas or air, outside the curtilage of his domicile unless he is accompanied by a person over 18 years of age.
(Code 1992, § 11-208; Ord. No. 108, § 34, 5-9-1972)

DIVISION 1. GENERALLY Milford Charter Township, Michigan Code of Ordinances
Sec. 20-47. Weapons, dangerous items.
No person shall have, in his possession or control, any rifle, shotgun, pistol or other firearms, slingshot, club, blackjack, pellet gun, air rifle, fireworks, explosives or other dangerous substance in Camp Dearborn, unless a duly authorized officer of the law.
(Code 1992, § 12-54; Ord. No. 111, § 3.3, 6-14-1966)

ARTICLE IV. KENSINGTON METROPOLITAN PARK Milford Charter Township, Michigan Code of Ordinances
Sec. 20-139. Weapons, dangerous items.
No person shall have, in his possession or control, any rifle, shotgun, pistol, or other firearm, slingshot, bow, arrow, crossbow, pellet gun, air rifle, noxious gas ejecting devices, fireworks, explosives or other dangerous devices or materials within the boundaries of Kensington Metropolitan Park; provided that a law enforcement officer duly appointed by the United States, the state or by a political subdivision thereof may carry a firearm as required for the performance of his official duties, and may have such possession of other dangerous devices and materials referred to in this section as is necessary for confiscation or removal; and provided, further, bows and arrows may be used as specifically permitted by the authority.
(Code 1992, § 12-131; Ord. No. 107, § 2.3, 5-9-1972; Ord. No. 107-A1, § 2, 5-21-1986)

Charter Township of MONROE COUNTY, MICHIGAN – Air Gun Laws and Ordinances

No listed air-gun ordinances.

MONTROSE, MICHIGAN – Air Gun Laws and Ordinances

No listed air-gun ordinances.

MOORLAND, MICHIGAN – Air Gun Laws and Ordinances

No listed air-gun ordinances.

MORENCI, MICHIGAN – Air Gun Laws and Ordinances

DIVISION 2. FIREARMS – Morenci, Michigan – Code of Ordinances
Sec. 14-276. – Definitions.
Firearm shall mean any weapon or device from which is propelled any missile, projectile, bullet, shot, pellet or other mass by means of explosives, compressed air or gas or by means of springs, levers or other mechanical device.

Sec. 14-277. – Discharge of firearms using explosives.
No person shall discharge any firearm from which is propelled a projectile by means of explosives, including pistols, revolvers, rifles, shot guns or similar weapons, manual or automatic, within the city with the following exceptions:
(1) Authorized officers of the law are permitted to discharge their firearms in the performance of their duties.
(2) A person shall be permitted to discharge any firearm for the protection of his life and his property.
(3) A person may discharge a firearm for target practice purposes, in a safe manner upon an approved range.

Sec. 14-278. – Discharge of other firearms.
It shall be unlawful for any person to discharge a firearm not covered by section 14-277:
(1) Within an area of 100 yards from any building, structure or edifice whether occupied or unoccupied;
(2) Upon any platted land or within 100 yards of any public or private school real property; or
(3) Upon or across any public road or highway within the city.

Sec. 14-279. – Discharge by minors.
It shall be unlawful for any person under the age of 18 years to use, possess or discharge a firearm unless under the direct supervision and control of and accompanied by a parent, legal guardian or adult authorized by the parent or legal guardian to have direct supervision of the person under the age of 18 years. It shall be the responsibility of every parent, guardian or other person having the physical custody or charge of any minor under the age of 18 years to control the minor and prevent him from violating or attempting to violate any provisions of this division.

Sec. 14-280. – Practice ranges.
After investigation and report by the police department of the city, the council may approve firearms practice ranges, provided the range so approved shall be so constructed as to prevent the escape of projectiles from the specified type of firearms exceeding the physical limits of the approved range. Plans and specifications of the proposed range, together with the types of firearms to be used thereon, shall be submitted to the police department for investigation, report and recommendation. The police department shall make its report and recommend either approval or disapproval of the proposed range or may recommend approval subject to conditions. Upon receipt of such report, the city clerk shall place the matter upon the agenda of the council for action. The council may restrict the hours during which firing shall be done upon any approved range. All shooting on any approved range shall be supervised by at least one adult who shall be thoroughly familiar with the operation of the firearm being used. No firing shall be done except at targets placed in accordance with the plans and specifications approved by the city.

Sec. 14-281. – Intentionally aiming firearm without malice.
It shall be unlawful for any person to intentionally, without malice, point or aim any firearm at or toward any other person.

Sec. 14-282. – Reckless endangerment.
It shall be unlawful for any person to recklessly engage in conduct which places or may place another person in danger of death or serious bodily injury. Recklessness and danger shall be presumed where a person knowingly points a firearm at or in the direction of another, whether or not either person believes the firearm to be loaded.

Sec. 14-283. – Unlawful possession under influence of alcoholic liquor or controlled substances.
It shall be unlawful for any person under the influence of alcoholic liquor or any exhilarating or stupefying substance to carry, have in possession or under control, or use in any manner or discharge any firearm within this city.

Sec. 14-284. – Reckless use.
It shall be unlawful for any person to recklessly or heedlessly or willfully or wantonly use, carry, handle or discharge any firearm without due caution and circumspection for the rights, safety or property of others.

Sec. 14-285. – Damaging property by negligence.
It shall be unlawful for any person to, because of carelessness, recklessness or negligence, but not willfully or wantonly, cause or allow any firearm under his control to be discharged so as to destroy or injure the real or personal property of another.

Sec. 14-286. – Discharge of weapons.
No person within the city shall discharge any firearm, B-B gun, pellet gun, slingshot, or bow and arrow.
(Code 1963, § 9.32(d))

Sec. 14-287. – Possession of weapons by minors.
No person within the city shall, being under 18 years of age, transport a firearm, B-B gun, pellet gun, slingshot, or bow and arrow off of private property unless accompanied by someone 18 years of age or older, unless he is in possession of a valid hunting license.
(Code 1963, § 9.32(gg)

MOUNT CLEMENS, MICHIGAN – Air Gun Laws and Ordinances

Mount Clemens, Michigan Code of Ordinances
FIREARMS, AIR GUNS; PROHIBITIONS.
A. It shall be unlawful for any person to discharge any firearm or other instrument producing a like effect and noise within the city, except in the lawful defense of his person or property or as otherwise permitted by law. The provisions of this subsection shall not apply to the Police Department pistol range.
B. It shall be unlawful for any person to hunt within the city.
C. It shall be unlawful for any person, except Police Officers or any person duly licensed by law, to carry any loaded firearm within the city.
D. It shall be unlawful for any person to discharge any air gun within the city except on an indoor target range; provided, that this provision shall not apply whenever air guns using only B.B. shot are used on premises with the consent of the owner or occupant of such premises.
E. It shall be unlawful for any owner or occupant of premises within the city to permit the use of any air gun using B.B. shot upon his premises by any other person, unless such use is personally supervised by some person 17 years of age or older.
(code eff. Oct., 1958; amend. Jan., 1978)

35.230 HUNTING AND TRAPPING Mount Clemens, Michigan Code of Ordinances
PROHIBITIONS—GENERALLY.
In the interest of public health and safety and the general welfare of the citizens of the city, it shall be unlawful for any person, except as specified as an exception:
(1) To hunt or pursue any animal or wildlife at any time within the limits of the city by means of a firearm, either handgun or rifle, or by any weapon or explosive device, including air rifles, spring guns, bow and arrow, slingshot or by any other instrument potentially dangerous to human safety.
(2) To trap or snare any animal or wildlife at any time within the limits of the city by means of a steel leg trap, wire snare, pit, net, baited hook, weighted log, wire cage or any other kind of trapping device.
(3) To use poison or a chemical by itself or in bait or feed to attract and kill wildlife.

35.232 Sec. 2.
SAME—EXCEPTIONS.
Any prohibition against hunting or trapping made under this article shall not apply to:
(1) State or local law enforcement officers in the discharge of their official duties.
(2) Any governmental official, when such hunting or trapping is necessary or incident to a scientific or biological survey or when related to any aspect of wildlife management and control.
(3) Any property owner or his designated agent who hunts or traps on his own private property to destroy or control any rodent or any damaging wildlife for the protection of his property.
(ord. eff. Sept. 14, 2001)

Charter Township of MUNDY, GENESEE COUNTY, MICHIGAN – Air Gun Laws and Ordinances

ARTICLE VI. OFFENSES AGAINST PUBLIC SAFETY – Mundy Charter Township, (Genesee Co.), Michigan – Code of Ordinances
Sec. 18-131. – Firearms and BB guns.
(a) Definitions. BB gun means a smooth-bore rifle or handgun which is designed and manufactured exclusively for propelling by spring, or by gas or air, BBs not exceeding .177 caliber.
Firearm means a weapon or device from which a projectile may be propelled by an explosive, or by gas or air. It does not include a BB gun, as herein defined.
Occupied building means any structure or facility in which one or more individuals are normally present during the course of the day, including, but not limited to, a residence, commercial business, school or church. It is not necessary to prove that an individual was physically present in the building at the time of any alleged violation.
Safety zone means all areas within 150 yards of an occupied building, house, cabin, barn or other building used in a farm operation, a park or an open air facility at which individuals are likely to gather.
School means a public, private, denominational, or parochial school offering developmental kindergarten, kindergarten, or any grade one through 12, or any other educational facility.
School property means a building, playing field, or property used for school purposes to impart instruction or used for functions and events sponsored by a school.
(b) Violations of state law. Any person who shall use, carry, handle or discharge any firearm in violation of any state statute, specifically including MCL 750.222 through and inclusive of MCL 750.237, shall be considered to also have violated this article. Such conduct, as described in said statutes, is prohibited.
(c) Discharge of firearms.
(1) No person shall discharge any firearm or BB gun in such a manner that causes a projectile to cross over a property line onto the property of another without the written permission of the owner or occupant of the other property.
(2) No person shall engage in target shooting with any firearm or BB gun unless there is a suitable backstop to stop and contain any projectiles, or parts thereof, fired as a result of the discharge of the firearm or BB gun.
(3) No person shall discharge any firearm within a safety zone without the written permission of the owner or occupant of such safety zone.
(4) No person shall discharge any firearm upon any property comprising part of a platted subdivision, condominium development, or apartment development, including any open space used for recreational purposes or maintained as what is commonly referred to as a “green space”.
(5) No person shall discharge any firearm within 150 yards of any property comprising part of a platted subdivision, condominium development, or apartment development, including any open space used for recreational purposes or maintained as what is commonly referred to as a “green space”.
(6) No person shall discharge any firearm within 150 yards of any parcel of property comprising a park, school, school property, or containing a church, playground, or recreational facility.
(7) The above subsections (3), (4), (5), and (6) do not apply to the discharge of a firearm in a properly constructed indoor firearms shooting range facility.
(8) The provisions of this section do not apply to:
a. Any law enforcement officer of the United States, this state, or a political subdivision of the state in the performance of their duties.
b. Members of the armed forces of the United States in the performance of their duties.
c. Any person lawfully acting in self-defense.
(d) Forfeiture of firearms or BB guns. All firearms or BB guns possessed or used contrary to this article are hereby declared forfeited to the Charter Township of Mundy and shall be turned over to the chief of police, or his designated representative, for such disposition as the police chief may prescribe.
(e) Disposition of seized firearms or BB guns.
(1) Before a firearm or BB gun is turned over for disposal under subsection (d), the police department shall determine if there is a known legal owner of the firearm or BB gun and whether the firearm or BB gun has been reported stolen. If it is determined that a serial number has been eradicated from a firearm, the police department shall submit the firearm to the department of state police, or a forensic laboratory for serial number restoration to determine legal ownership. In making the determination of ownership required under this section, the police department shall review information contained in the law enforcement information network and examine police agencies’ stolen property reports. If the police department determines that the firearm is stolen, the department shall notify the agency reporting the firearm was stolen, and return the firearm to that police agency at the conclusion of the criminal case. That agency shall comply with state law relative to disposition of that firearm.
(2) If the owner is not alleged to have been involved in the violation for which the forfeiture is required, or did not knowingly allow the firearm or BB gun to be possessed illegally, notification should be given at the conclusion of the criminal case but not later than 90 days before the firearm or BB gun is disposed of under the above subsection (d). Notification under this section may be given by certified mail, sent to the owner’s last known address, or by personal contact with the owner.
(3) The police department shall return a firearm or BB gun to its owner, if the owner claims the firearm or BB gun within the notification period, and the police department determines that the owner was not involved in the violation for which the firearm or BB gun was seized. Except as otherwise provided in subsection (b) above, a firearm or BB gun shall be returned under this section within 30 days after the firearm or BB gun is claimed by the owner, unless the owner is prohibited from possessing a firearm under state or federal law.
(4) An individual claiming ownership of a firearm or BB gun may petition the circuit court for a return of a firearm or BB gun under this section, if the return of the firearm or BB gun is denied by the police department, or if the firearm or BB gun is not returned within 30 days as required under subsection (3) above. The police department shall not dispose of a firearm or BB gun until the expiration of the 30-day period, or, if a petition is filed under this subsection, until permitted to do so by the court.
(5) The police department that seizes a firearm or BB gun for forfeiture under this article shall exercise reasonable care to protect the firearm from loss or damage while the firearm or BB gun is in its custody.
(6) The police department shall otherwise comply with Michigan and Federal law, relative to any firearm seized, pursuant to this article.
(Ord. No. 220, §§ I—V, 6-8-2009)

Sec. 30-449. – Commercial recreation (outdoor).
Outdoor commercial recreation uses shall include, but need not be limited to, the following: miniature golf; animal racing, go-cart, automobile or motorcycle tracks; amphitheaters; amusement parks; drive-in theaters; air gun or survival games; campgrounds (including youth camps, religious retreats and hunting camps), recreational vehicle parks or travel trailer parks; resorts; fairgrounds; batting cages; ski slopes; skate board parks; flea markets; uses similar to the above uses; and, uses accessory to the above uses, such as refreshment stands, retail shops selling items related to the above uses, maintenance buildings, offices for management functions, spectator seating and service areas, including locker rooms and rest rooms.

MUSKEGON HEIGHTS, MICHIGAN – Air Gun Laws and Ordinances

No listed air-gun ordinances.

NEW BALTIMORE, MICHIGAN – Air Gun Laws and Ordinances

DIVISION 4. RECREATIONAL ACTIVITIES – New Baltimore, Michigan – Code of Ordinances
Sec. 34-155. – Firearms and dangerous instruments.
(a) No person, except an authorized city employee, park guard, or law enforcement officer, shall bring onto park property or have in his possession on park property any:
(1) Explosive, dynamite cap, or fireworks unless such fireworks are authorized and permitted by approval through the mayor.
(2) Air gun, pellet gun, spring gun, slingshot, crossbow, bow and arrow, or similar device intended to eject a projectile other than a firearm.
(3) Device by means of which a projectile can be propelled other than a firearm.
(4) Trapping device.
(5) Incendiary bomb or material.
(6) Smoke or stink bomb.
(7) Tear gas or other disabling chemical or agent other than a lawful agent of a size and quantity marketed and sold for personal use in lawful self-defense.
(8) Acid or caustic substance.
(9) Flammable liquid except fuel contained in a fuel tank of a motor vehicle, vessel, lantern, camp stove, camp heater and not more than one gallon of liquid fuel in a closed metal container other than fuel for a motor vehicle or vessel in a tank permanently attached to the vehicle or vessel.
(b) No person shall discharge any of the weapons or instruments listed in subsection (a) of this section into any park from outside a park. No person shall discharge a firearm within a park or into a park unless in lawful self-defense or, lawful defense of others.
(c) The director of parks and recreation may designate areas within the park where bows and arrows may be used. In such cases, the director of parks and recreation shall promulgate regulations for the use and discharge of such devices.
(Code 1981, § 3.27; Ord. No. 172, § 1, 2-28-2011)

NEWAYGO, MICHIGAN – Air Gun Laws and Ordinances

ARTICLE IV. OFFENSES AGAINST PUBLIC PEACE, ORDER AND SAFETY – Newaygo, Michigan – Code of Ordinances
Sec. 42-106. – Discharge of weapons.
(a) No person shall discharge any firearm, air rifle, air pistol or bow and arrow.
(b) In the interest of public health and safety and the general welfare of the citizens of the City of Newaygo, it shall be unlawful for any person:
(1) To hunt or pursue any animal or wildlife within the city limits by means of a firearm, either handgun or rifle, or by any weapon or explosive device, including air rifles, spring guns, bow and arrow, slingshot or by any other instrument potentially dangerous to human safety.

NILES, MICHIGAN – Air Gun Laws and Ordinances

DIVISION 1. GENERALLY – Niles, Michigan – Code of Ordinances
Sec. 58-104. – BB gun; use by minors, prohibition, exception.
No person under 18 years of age shall use or possess any gun designed and manufactured exclusively for propelling BBs not exceeding 0.177 caliber by means of spring, gas or air, outside his dwelling unless he is accompanied and supervised by a person of adult age.
(Code 1985, § 15-111)

Charter Township of NILES, BERRIEN COUNTY, MICHIGAN – Air Gun Laws and Ordinances

No listed air-gun ordinances.

NORTH MUSKEGON, MICHIGAN – Air Gun Laws and Ordinances

No listed air-gun ordinances.

NORTHVILLE, MICHIGAN – Air Gun Laws and Ordinances

DIVISION 1. GENERALLY Northville, Michigan Code of Ordinances
Sec. 54-185. Air-guns, slingshots or pellet guns; minors use or possession.
(a) Use or possession by minors. It shall be unlawful for any minor under the age of 18 years to use or have in his possession, unless accompanied by his parent or guardian or other authorized person, an air-gun, slingshot or pellet gun. Any police officer shall have the authority and it shall be his duty to confiscate such air-gun, slingshot or pellet gun found in the possession of any minor under the age of 18 years not accompanied by a parent or guardian or other authorized person.
(b) Duty of parents and guardians. It shall be unlawful for the parents or guardian of any such minor in his charge or custody to knowingly permit any such minor to use or have in his possession, when not properly accompanied, an air-gun, slingshot or pellet gun.
(c) Sales to minors. It shall be unlawful for any person, or his agents or employees, to sell, offer for sale, give away or distribute an air-gun, slingshot or pellet gun to any minor under the age of 18 years.
(Code 1980, § 8-113)

NORTON SHORES, MICHIGAN – Air Gun Laws and Ordinances

ARTICLE I. IN GENERAL Norton Shores, Michigan Code of Ordinances
Sec. 22-1. Disorderly conduct.
(b) Acts prohibited. No person shall commit any of the following acts:
(4) Discharge any firearm, air rifle, air pistol or pellet gun or hunt with any firearm, air rifle, air pistol or pellet gun in the city, except when lawfully acting in the defense of persons or property or the enforcement of law, or at a duly established range the operation of which has been approved by the city council and upon recommendation of the chief of police; however, this section shall not apply to lawful hunting or target practice conducted in this area within the following boundaries:
a. The east line of Henry Street extended south to the southern boundary of the city from Henry Street extended east to Harvey Street;
b. The west line of Harvey Street from the southern boundary of the city north to Sternberg Road;
c. The south line of Sternberg Road from Harvey Street west to Grand Haven Road;
d. The east line of Grand Haven Road south from Sternberg Road to Mt. Garfield Road; and
e. The south line of Mt. Garfield Road west from Grand Haven Road to Henry Street;

NORWAY, MICHIGAN – Air Gun Laws and Ordinances

ARTICLE II. OFFENSES AGAINST PUBLIC SAFETY – Norway, Michigan – Code of Ordinances
Sec. 22-31. – Use of firearms.
(a) Firearms shall include all rifles, shotguns, pistols and other devices for the firing of any type of projectiles by means of explosive powder and shall also include air rifles, B-B guns, bows and other devices for firing of any type of projectile by means of springs, air power or other means.
(b) No person shall discharge any firearms or hunt within the designated area of the city as defined by the shaded area of the map on file in the office of the city clerk or on the city’s web site, except law enforcement officers in the performance of their lawful duties.
(c) Any person desiring an exemption for the use of firearms within the city for a rifle range, trap shooting range, or similar use shall make application for such exemption to the city manager and/or his designee, who shall review said exemption request and then make his recommendations to the city council. The city council shall determine whether or not such exemption shall be granted.
(Ord. No. 337, 3-20-1995)

Township of NOTTAWA, MICHIGAN – Air Gun Laws and Ordinances

No listed air-gun ordinances.

NOVI, MICHIGAN – Air Gun Laws and Ordinances

DIVISION 2. WEAPONS Novi, Michigan Code of Ordinances
Sec. 22-126. Definition.
The word “firearm” as used in this division shall be construed to include any weapon from which a projectile, dangerous to person or property, may be propelled by using explosives, gas or air as a means of propulsion.
(Ord. No. 78-23.02, § 5.01(A), 6-5-78; Ord. No. 85-23.07, Pt. I, § 5.01(A), 11-4-85)

Sec. 22-128. Carrying concealed weapons.
It shall be unlawful for any person in the city to wear under his clothes or conceal about his person, any dangerous or deadly weapon including, but not by way of limitation, any firearm, sling shot, cross-knuckles, or knuckles of lead, brass or other metal or any bowie-knife, or any knife with a switch-blade or device whereby the blade or blades can be opened by a flick or button, pressure on the handle, or other mechanical contrivance, or any folding knife, including straight razors, where the blade is by length greater than three and one-half (3½) inches.

Sec. 22-129. Possession of dangerous or deadly weapons; transportation of firearms.
(a) It shall be unlawful for any person in the city to:
(1) Have in his possession, except within his own domicile, or carry or use an air-gun, BB gun, gas-operated gun or spring gun, or any instrument or weapon commonly known as a pea shooter, sling shot, wrist rocket sling shot, or any bow made for the purpose of throwing or projecting missiles of any kind by any means whatsoever, whether such instrument is called by any name set forth above or by any other name;
(2) Have in his possession, except within his own domicile, or carry or use any other deadly weapon, the primary purpose or use of which is as a weapon capable of inflicting death or serious physical injury, including, but not limited to, all of the following:
a. A knife which has a blade that is released from the handle or sheath by the force of gravity or the application of centrifugal force, and if released is locked in place by means of a button, spring, lever, or other device;
b. A knife which has a blade that opens automatically by hand pressure applied to a button, spring, or other device;
c. A shuriken or other similar multi-pointed or star-shaped object made from a hard substance and designed or intended for use as a weapon capable of inflicting bodily harm when propelled or thrown by human force;
d. A tekagi, shuko, or other similar object made of a hard substance and designed or intended for use as a weapon capable of inflicting bodily harm when attached to or fitted upon the hand and propelled by human force;
e. A nunchaku, zoobow, klackers, kung fu sticks, flail sticks, or other similar objects consisting of two (2) lengths of metal, wood, plastic, or other hard substance connected at one (1) end and designed or intended for use as a weapon capable of inflicting bodily harm when propelled by human force;
f. A shinobi-zue or other staff, stick, or pole concealing a knife or blade which may be exposed by a flip of the wrist or by a mechanical device;
g. A manrikigusari or other object consisting of a length of rope, chain, leather, cord, or flexible substance, having one (1) or more weighted ends and designed or intended for use as a weapon capable of inflicting bodily harm when propelled by human force;
h. A sword cane, umbrella sword cane, or similar device;
i. A blowgun or other object consisting of a pipe or tube through which darts, pellets or other missiles may be propelled by a person’s breath.
(3) Transport in any public place, or have in possession in or upon any vehicle, any of the items listed in subsections (a)(1) or (a)(2), unless the same be carried in the luggage compartment of the vehicle.
(4) Carry a pistol concealed on or about his or her person, or, whether concealed or otherwise, in a vehicle operated or occupied by the person, except in his or her dwelling house, place of business, or on other land possessed by the person, without a license to carry the pistol as provided by law, or, if licensed, carry the pistol in a place or manner inconsistent with any restrictions upon such license.
(5) Transport or possess in or upon a motor vehicle or any self-propelled vehicle designed for land travel a firearm, other than a pistol, unless the firearm is unloaded and is one (1) or more of the following:
a. Taken down;
b. Enclosed in a case;
c. Carried in the trunk of the vehicle;
d. Inaccessible from the interior of the vehicle.
(6) Discharge a pistol or other firearm, or fire or launch a projectile from a bow or similar device, within the jurisdiction of the City of Novi.
(7) a. The prohibition in subsection (a)(1) of this section shall not apply to activities conducted at shooting galleries and ranges, or archery ranges, provided that such facilities are licensed and in compliance with all provisions of applicable state laws and this Code. The prohibition of subsection (a)(1) of this section shall not apply to the transportation of items pursuant to subsections (a)(3) and (a)(4) of this section or as otherwise authorized under applicable state laws.
b. The prohibition in subparts (a)(2)c. through (a)(2)i. shall not apply to a person on the premises of a business which teaches the art of self-defense, nor to a person transporting such a weapon between his domicile and such a business provided the weapon is transported in accordance with subsection (a)(3).
c. The prohibition in subsection (a)(6) of this section shall not apply to the discharge of a firearm at a shooting range, provided that such facilities are licensed and in compliance with all provisions of applicable state laws and this Code. The prohibition in subsection (a)(6) of this section shall not apply to the discharge of a firearm consisting solely of a blank charge without projectile, when the discharge is made as part of an historical reenactment, memorial service or similar ceremony, provided such discharge is obtained in advance from the chief of police or his designee, who shall review such request and determine whether the proposed discharge is safe with regard to time, location as compared to adjacent or nearby uses, duration, and proposed precautions against injury.

Sec. 22-130. Minors.
It shall be unlawful for any person to sell a firearm to an individual under eighteen (18) years of age or for a person under eighteen (18) years of age to purchase, carry or transport a firearm.
(Ord. No. 78-23.02, § 5.01(B)(4), 6-5-78; Ord. No. 85-23.07, Pt. I, § 5.01(B)(2d.), 11-4-85)

Sec. 22-131. Shooting ranges.
(a) No shooting range shall be operated within the city unless a license is procured from the city clerk. No license for the operation of a shooting range shall be issued by the city clerk until there is paid into the city treasury a license fee as set by resolution of the council, and until the issuance of such license shall have been approved by the chief of police on a reasonable showing that the operation of the shooting range will be properly supervised and will not constitute a danger to life and property. Any license issued shall be valid only for one (1) year from date of issuance, unless revoked. Renewal licenses shall be applied for and issued as above provided, upon payment of the license fee. (b)
The council may in its judgment and discretion, revoke any license issued under the provisions of this section, upon request of the chief of police, or upon complaint formally made by any other person.
(Ord. No. 70-10, §§ 4.01, 5.01, 1-26-70)

Sec. 22-132. Disposition of confiscated weapons.
The police department, upon making any arrests and taking a weapon used in violation of this division, shall retain possession of such weapon for a time period sufficient to notify the owner of the confiscated weapon, as provided in section 22-133, below. The retention, disposition and forfeiture of confiscated weapons by the police department shall be in compliance with MCL 750.239a.
(Ord. No. 78-23.02, § 5.01(B)(5), 6-5-78; Ord. No. 85-23.07, Pt. I, § 5.01(B)(5), 11-4-85; Ord. No. 98-23.16, Pt. I, 4-20-98)

Sec. 22-133. Forfeiture of weapons.
All weapons carried, possessed or used contrary to this division are hereby declared forfeited to the city. This forfeiture shall not apply to the owner if the owner is not alleged to have been involved in the violation for which forfeiture is required or did not knowingly allow the weapon(s) to be possessed illegally. Notification shall be given to the owner at the conclusion of the criminal case stating that the owner has ninety (90) days to claim the weapon. Notification under this section may be given by certified mail sent to the owner’s last known address, or by personal contact with the owner. The police department shall return a weapon to its owner if the owner claims the weapon within the notification period and the police department determines that the owner was not involved in the violation for which the weapon was seized. A weapon shall be returned under this subsection within thirty (30) days after the weapon is claimed by the owner unless the owner is prohibited from possessing a weapon under state or federal law.
(Ord. No. 78-23.02, § 5.01(B)(6), 6-5-78; Ord. No. 85-23.07, Pt. I, § 5.01(B)(6), 11-4-85; Ord. No. 98-23.16, Pt. II, 4-20-98)

DIVISION 1. GENERALLY Novi, Michigan Code of Ordinances
Sec. 25-63. Firearms and fireworks.
It shall be unlawful for any person to bring into any park or have in his possession in any park:
(1) Any firearm as defined in Act No. 189 of the Public Acts of Michigan of 1959 (MCL 8.3t, MSA 2.212(20)), as amended, BB gun, pellet gun, air gun, spring gun, slingshot, bow, or other weapon from which a dangerous projectile may be propelled by explosives, spring, gas or air, except as otherwise expressly authorized by law;
(2) Any starter pistol or other device from which blank cartridges may be discharged; or
(3) Any fireworks as defined in the Michigan Fireworks Safety Act, Act 256 of 2011, Section 28.452, as amended.
(Ord. No. 83-113, § 7.01, 7-11-83; Ord. No. 12-113.03, Pt. I, 6-18-12)

OAK PARK, MICHIGAN – Air Gun Laws and Ordinances

DIVISION 2. WEAPONS Oak Park, Michigan Code of Ordinances
Sec. 50-286. Definitions.
The following words, terms and phrases, when used in this division, shall have the meanings ascribed to them in this section, except where the context clearly indicates a different meaning:
Firearm means any weapon from which a dangerous projectile may be propelled by using explosives, gas or air as a means of propulsion.
(Code 1973, § 30-105)

Sec. 50-291. BB guns; use by minors; prohibition; exception.
No person under 18 years of age shall use or possess any handgun designed and manufactured exclusively for propelling BB’s not exceeding .177 caliber by means of spring, gas or air, outside the curtilage of his domicile unless he is accompanied by a person over 18 years of age.
(Code 1973, § 30-110)

CITY OF ORCHARD LAKE VILLAGE, MICHIGAN – Air Gun Laws and Ordinances

ARTICLE X. WEAPONS – Orchard Lake Village, Michigan – Compilation-General Ordinances
9.06.159 – Definitions.
The following words, terms and phrases, when used in this division, shall have the meanings ascribed to them in this section, except where the context clearly indicates a different meaning:
Firearm, except as otherwise specifically provided in this division, means any weapon from which a dangerous projectile may be propelled by using explosives, gas or air as a means of propulsion.
(ord. no. 9.06[A] eff. Feb. 5, 2012)

9.06.161 – Confiscation of firearms.
All weapons, guns, pistols, firearms, knives, dirks, razors, stilettos, or any other sharp-edged or pointed instruments, or weapons carried, possessed or used contrary to this division are hereby declared forfeited to the city.
(ord. no. 9.06[A] eff. Feb. 5, 2012)

9.06.162 – Discharge.
No person shall discharge any firearm, air rifle or air pistol in the city, except when lawfully acting in the defense of persons or property or the enforcement of law or at a duly established range, the operation of which has been approved by the commission.
(ord. no. 9.06[A] eff. Feb. 5, 2012)

9.06.163 – Possession.
(a) No person shall, except as provided in subsection (b) of this section, possess a firearm on the premises of any of the following:
(1) A depository financial institution or a subsidiary or affiliate of a depository financial institution.
(2) A church or other house of religious worship.
(3) A school.
(4) A court.
(5) A theater.
(6) A sports arena.
(7) A day care center.
(8) A hospital.
(9) An establishment licensed under the state liquor control act, Act No. 8 of the Public Acts of the State of Michigan of 1933, Extra Session (MCL 436.1 et seq.).
(b) This section does not apply to any of the following:
(1) A person who owns or is employed by or contracted by an entity described in subsection (a) of this section if the possession of that firearm is to provide security services for that entity.
(2) A peace officer.
(3) A person licensed by this state or another state to carry a concealed weapon.
(4) A person who possesses a firearm in a school for purposes of providing or receiving instruction in firearms safety.
(5) A person who possesses a firearm on the premises of an entity described in subsection (a) of this section if that possession is with the permission of the owner or an agent of the owner of that entity.
(c) A person who violates this section is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by imprisonment for not more than 90 days or a fine of not more than $100.00 or both.
(ord. no. 9.06[A] eff. Feb. 5, 2012)

9.06.164 – Brandishing.
(a) No person shall, except as provided in subsection (b) of this section, knowingly brandish a firearm in public.
(b) Subsection (a) of this section does not apply to any of the following:
(1) A peace officer lawfully performing his duties as a peace officer.
(2) A person lawfully engaged in hunting.
(3) A person lawfully engaged in target practice.
(4) A person lawfully engaged in the sale, purchase, repair, or transfer of that firearm.
(c) A person who violates this section is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by imprisonment for not more than 90 days or a fine of not more than $500.00 or both.
(ord. no. 9.06[A] eff. Feb. 5, 2012)

9.06.165 – Hunting within city prohibited.
It shall be unlawful for any person within the city to hunt wild game, or in any manner carry any gun, weapon or firearm within the city for the purpose of hunting any wild game or fowl at any time.
(ord. no. 9.06[A] eff. Feb. 5, 2012)

12.11.00 ORCHARD LAKE NATURE SANCTUARY CITY OF ORCHARD LAKE VILLAGE COUNTY OF OAKLAND, STATE OF MICHIGAN ord. no. 12.11 eff. Sep
12.11.02 – Rules and regulations.
K. Dangerous or obnoxious materials or equipment:
1) No person shall deposit, throw, place or otherwise abandon in or on any lands or water areas within the boundaries of the park any garbage, sewage, bottles, refuse, trash, waste or other obnoxious materials.
2) No person shall have in his possession or in his control any firearm, shotgun, pistol, or other firearm, slingshot, bow, arrow, crossbow, pellet gun, air rifle, noxious gas ejecting devices, fireworks, explosive, or other dangerous devices or materials within the boundaries of the park; provided that a law enforcement officer duly appointed by the United States, the state or by a political subdivision thereof may carry a firearm as required for the performance of his official duties, and may have such possession of other dangerous devices and materials referred to herein as is necessary for confiscation or removal.

OSHTEMO, MICHIGAN – Air Gun Laws and Ordinances

No listed air-gun ordinances.

OTSEGO, MICHIGAN – Air Gun Laws and Ordinances

No listed air-gun ordinances.

OVID, MICHIGAN – Air Gun Laws and Ordinances

ARTICLE VII. OFFENSES AGAINST PUBLIC SAFETY – Ovid, Michigan – Code of Ordinances
Firearm means any weapon or device from which is propelled any missile, projectile, bullet, shot, pellet or other mass by means of explosives, compressed air or gas or by means of springs, levers or other mechanical device, and includes bows and arrows.
(b) No person shall discharge any firearm from which is propelled a projectile including pistols, revolvers, rifles, shot guns or similar weapons or bows and arrows, manual or automatic, within the village with the following exceptions:
(1) Authorized officers of the law are permitted to discharge their firearms in the performance of their duties.
(2) A person shall be permitted to discharge any firearm for the protection of his life and his property.
(3) A person may discharge a firearm for target practice purposes, in a safe manner upon an approved range.
(Ord. No. 68, § 2, 11-15-76)

OWOSSO, MICHIGAN – Air Gun Laws and Ordinances

ARTICLE VII. OFFENSES AGAINST PUBLIC SAFETY Owosso, Michigan Code of Ordinances
Sec. 19-129. Discharge of weapons.
It shall be unlawful for any person to discharge any firearm, air rifle, air pistol, bow and arrow, sling shot or wrist rocket within the city unless part of an exposition, tournament or range under adult supervision after issuance of a permit by the police department.
(Code 1977, § 9.162(4); Ord. No. 720, §§ 1, 2, 3-21-11)

OXFORD, MICHIGAN – Air Gun Laws and Ordinances

No listed air-gun ordinances.

Charter Township of OXFORD, MICHIGAN – Air Gun Laws and Ordinances

ARTICLE II. PUBLIC CONDUCT IN PARKS – Oxford Charter Township, (Oakland Co.), Michigan – Code of Ordinances
Sec. 34-40. – Firearms and other weapons, explosives and dangerous substances.
No person shall have in his possession or control any rifle, shotgun, pistol or other firearm, slingshot, pellet gun, air rifle, explosives or other dangerous substances within any park.
(Ord. No. 56, § 9, 5-13-1981) ;rn0;2; Weapons, § 30-241 et seq.

PARCHMENT, MICHIGAN – Air Gun Laws and Ordinances

ARTICLE II. FIREARMS, FIREWORKS, EXPLOSIVES – Parchment, Michigan – Code of Ordinances
Sec. 30-11. – Shooting or discharging firearms prohibited.
It shall be unlawful for any person or persons to shoot or discharge any sling shot, air gun, air rifle, pistol, revolver, shotgun, rifle, or other gun, firearm or weapon within the Limits of the City of Parchment.
(Ord. No. 22, § 1, 11-2-59)

ARTICLE IV. PARKS AND OTHER PUBLIC PLACES – Parchment, Michigan – Code of Ordinances
Sec. 42-151. – City parks regulations.
The following actions in a park shall be deemed violations of this article:
(a) No person shall possess nor use any bows, cross bows, bb guns, pellet guns, air rifles, paintball guns, airsoft guns or slingshots. No person shall hunt except as may be authorized by the city manager for the control of nuisance animals. No person shall trap or target shoot. No person shall discharge any firearms except law enforcement officers or as otherwise provided herein.

PARK TOWNSHIP, MICHIGAN – Air Gun Laws and Ordinances

DIVISION 2. WEAPONS – Park Township, (Ottawa Co.), Michigan – Code of Ordinances
Sec. 22-154. – MAC R 317.170.1 hunting prohibition.
Hunting for any wild animal or wild bird with a firearm, pellet gun, air rifle, spring propelled BB gun or bow and arrow, or the discharge of a firearm, pellet gun, air rifle, spring propelled BB gun or bow and arrow is prohibited in the east half of the southeast quarter of section 22, the township, Ottawa County, and all of the township south of Ottawa Beach Road, except that hunting for waterfowl on Lake Macatawa is permitted lakeward from the water’s edge and a resident may hunt waterfowl from the upland of the premises where he is regularly domiciled. A resident may target practice with a firearm, pellet gun, air rifle, spring propelled BB gun or bow and arrow on premises where he is regularly domiciled.
(Ord. of 6-15-1970, § 1)

Township of PAVILION, MICHIGAN – Air Gun Laws and Ordinances

No listed air-gun ordinances.

PAW PAW, MICHIGAN – Air Gun Laws and Ordinances

No listed air-gun ordinances.

TOWNSHIP OF PAW PAW, MICHIGAN – Air Gun Laws and Ordinances

No listed air-gun ordinances.

Charter Township of PENNFIELD, MICHIGAN – Air Gun Laws and Ordinances

No listed air-gun ordinances.

Charter Township of PERE MARQUETTE, MICHIGAN – Air Gun Laws and Ordinances

ARTICLE II. PUBLIC CONDUCT IN PARKS Pere Marquette Charter Township, (Mason Co.), Michigan Code of Ordinances
Sec. 22-35. Firearms and weapons.
Except as otherwise provided in section 22-38, it shall be unlawful for any person to:
(1) Discharge a firearm of any kind or description;
(2) Shoot and/or discharge an air gun, gas gun, spring-loaded gun or slingshot; or
(3) Shoot with a bow and arrow, except during established hunting seasons on lands open to hunting. This provision does not apply to a target range or archery range officially established by the township park commission or to an officially sanctioned field trial.
(Ord. No. 11, § 6.01, 9-11-1975)

PETOSKEY, MICHIGAN – Air Gun Laws and Ordinances

ARTICLE VIII. WEAPONS – Petoskey, Michigan – Code of Ordinances
Sec. 12-135. – Definition.
For the purposes of this article, the word “firearms,” except as otherwise specifically defined in this Code, shall be construed to include any weapon from which a dangerous projectile may be propelled by using explosives, gas or air as a means of propulsion.

Sec. 12-141. – BB guns; use by minors, prohibition, exception.
No person under 18 years of age shall use or possess any handgun designed and manufactured exclusively for propelling BB’s not exceeding .177 caliber by means of spring, gas or air, outside the curtilage of his domicile unless he is accompanied by a person over 18 years of age.

PIGEON, MICHIGAN – Air Gun Laws and Ordinances

DIVISION 2. WEAPONS – Pigeon, Michigan – Code of Ordinances
Sec. 50-46. – Definitions.
The following words, terms and phrases, when used in this division, shall have the meanings ascribed to them in this section, except where the context clearly indicates a different meaning:
Firearm means any weapon or device from which is propelled any missile, projectile bullet, shot, pellet or other mass by means of explosives, compressed air or gas or by any means of springs, levers or other mechanical devices.
(Comp. Ords. 1983, § 20.261)

Sec. 50-47. – Discharge of firearm, weapon, explosive.
It shall be unlawful for any person to discharge a firearm of any name or nature, including any air gun, spring gun, crossbow or other dangerous weapon or instrument or to discharge any explosive of any nature within the corporate limits of the village.
(Comp. Ords. 1983, § 20.262)

PITTSFIELD CHARTER TOWNSHIP, MICHIGAN – Air Gun Laws and Ordinances

ARTICLE II. USE OF PARKS – Pittsfield Charter Township, Michigan – Code of Ordinances
Sec. 16-39. – Firearms, weapons and explosives.
It shall be unlawful to bring into, possess, discharge, or use within a park, or discharge into or over a park, any bow and arrow, slingshot, airsoft gun, paint ball gun, trap, fireworks or explosive, except as otherwise authorized by law. It shall be unlawful to discharge or use within a park, or discharge into or over a park, any rifle, shotgun, pistol, pellet gun, air rifle, or other firearms, except as otherwise authorized by law.
(Ord. No. 280, eff. 9-22-2009)

ARTICLE II. NOISE – Pittsfield Charter Township, Michigan – Code of Ordinances
Sec. 8-32. – Specific acts prohibited.
Each of the following acts is declared unlawful and prohibited, but this enumeration shall not be deemed to be exclusive:
(8) The firing of firearms, air guns, or other combustible substances for the purpose of making a noise or disturbance.

PLAINFIELD CHARTER TOWNSHIP, MICHIGAN – Air Gun Laws and Ordinances

No listed air-gun ordinances.

PLYMOUTH, MICHIGAN – Air Gun Laws and Ordinances

Firearm means any device or part of a device by whatever name known, which is designed to or may be readily converted to expel a projectile or projectiles by the action of any explosive expansion of gas or air, or escape of gas or air, excluding however:

(1) Any device used exclusively for the firing of stud cartridges, explosive rivets, or similar industrial ammunition.
(2) Any device which expels a projectile by the action of a spring.
(3) Any device used exclusively for signaling or safety and required or recommended by the United States Coast Guard, the Interstate Commerce Commission, the Federal Aviation Agency or (the appropriate state agencies governing marine, air or highway safety).
Longarm means any rifle, shotgun or firearm, over 30 inches in overall length.
(Code 1982, § 9.131)

Sec. 54-206. Discharge of firearms.
No person shall discharge any firearm in the city, except when lawfully acting in the defense of persons or property or the enforcement of law or at a duly established range, the operation of which has been approved by the city commission.
(Ord. No. 92-4, § 3(9.122(6)), 2-18-92)

Sec. 54-207. Injury by discharging of firearm or longarm.
It shall be unlawful for any person within the city to maim or injure any other person by the discharge of any firearm or longarm unintentionally, without malice, at any such person.
(Code 1982, § 9.133(5))

Sec. 54-208. Possession or control of firearm while intoxicated.
It shall be unlawful for any person within the city, while under the influence of an intoxicating liquor, or controlled substance, to carry, have in his possession or control, use in any manner, or discharge any firearm or longarm.
(Code 1982, § 9.133(6))

PONTIAC, MICHIGAN – Air Gun Laws and Ordinances

DIVISION 2. WEAPONS – Pontiac, Michigan – Code of Ordinances
Sec. 86-266. – Definitions.
Firearm means any weapon, by whatever name known, or the barrel, receiver or any part of the firing mechanism of such weapon, which is designed to or may be readily converted to eject or propel a dangerous projectile by using explosives, gas or air as a means of propulsion, except any smooth-bore rifle or handgun designed and manufactured exclusively for propelling BBs not exceeding .177 caliber by means of springs, gas or air.
Unserviceable firearm means a firearm which is incapable of discharging a projectile by means of an explosive, gas or air and incapable of being readily restored to a firing condition.

Sec. 86-267. – Concealed weapons prohibited.
No person except officers of the peace, night watches legitimately employed as such or any other person authorized by law shall go armed with a firearm or dangerous or deadly weapon or instrument concealed upon his person, or whether concealed or otherwise, in any vehicle operated or occupied by such person.
(Code 1985, § 16-104)

Sec. 86-272. – Possession of certain dangerous weapons by minors prohibited; responsibility of parents.
(a) Except in conjunction with courses of instruction as may be approved by the city police department, no minor shall use or have in his possession within the city an air gun, air pistol, bow and arrow, slingshot, karate sticks, numchucks or knifelike throwing stars. The chief of police or any member of the police force shall have authority and it shall be his duty to confiscate any of the aforementioned articles found in the possession of any minor.
(b) No parent or guardian of any minor in his charge or custody shall knowingly permit such minor to use or have in his possession any air gun, air pistol, bow and arrow or slingshot.
(Code 1985, §§ 16-108, 16-109)

Sec. 86-273. – Sale or furnishing of dangerous weapons to minors and intoxicated persons.
No person shall knowingly sell, offer for sale, loan or furnish any rifle, firearm or other dangerous or deadly weapon to:
(1) Any minor under the age of 18 years;
(2) Any person under the influence of any alcoholic beverage, narcotic drug, stimulant or depressant;
(3) Any person in a condition of agitation and excitability; or
(4) Any person the seller, lender or donor has reasonable cause to believe is not of sound mind.
(Code 1985, § 16-110)

Sec. 86-275. – Discharging firearms and other dangerous weapons; exceptions.
(a) No person shall discharge any firearm, rifle, CO2 gun, air gun, BB gun or slingshot within the city.
(b) This section shall not apply to the following circumstances:
(1) In necessary self-defense of persons or property;
(2) A law enforcement officer in necessary performance of his duty;
(3) For the purpose of target shooting or practice on a range operated by qualified personnel; qualified personnel shall consist of either a certified firearms safety instructor, rifle or pistol marksmanship instructor certified by the National Rifle Association, or person designated by a rifle or pistol club, public or private school or military agency;
(4) For the purpose of target shooting on private premises with air, spring or CO2 operated BB guns, pellet guns or slingshots, provided:
a. The target area is enclosed in such manner and with materials that will stop the projectiles;
b. Such target shooting is supervised by an adult at all times; and
c. Any safety precautions recommended by the chief of police are complied with;
(5) Where a permit is issued by the chief of police;
(6) Any military exercise or parade.
(Code 1985, § 16-112)

Sec. 86-276. – Possession of firearms—Restricted.
(a) No person shall transport or have in his possession in or upon any vehicle on or about his person a loaded firearm in and upon any street, alley or other place in the city or at any place other than the residence or fixed place of business of such person.
(b) No person shall transport or have in his possession in or upon any vehicle, at any place other than the residence or fixed place of business of such person, a firearm unless the firearm shall be unloaded, encased and carried in the luggage compartment of the vehicle.
(c) No person shall carry or have on or about his person at any place other than the residence or fixed place of business of such person a firearm unless the firearm is unloaded and encased.
(d) No minor shall carry or have on or about his person, or transport or have in possession in or upon any vehicle in and upon any street, alley or other public places in the city a firearm.
(Code 1985, § 16-113)

Sec. 86-278. – Forfeiture of firearms.
Any firearm seized by a police officer upon the arrest of any person charged with a violation of any of the provisions of this article may, upon conviction of such person, be ordered forfeited by the court. Such firearm shall be turned over to the police department of the city for disposal, except that any firearm so seized which has been reported stolen shall be returned to the lawful owner thereof upon a satisfactory showing to the court of such ownership.
(Code 1985, § 16-115)

PORT HURON, MICHIGAN – Air Gun Laws and Ordinances

DIVISION 1. GENERALLY – Port Huron, Michigan – Code of Ordinances
Sec. 34-312. – Discharging firearms; transporting air guns, spring guns, and similar devices in vehicles; possessing, showing, displaying toy guns, starter pistols, blank guns or similar devices.
(a) No person shall discharge any firearm, spring gun, air gun, slingshot, bow and arrow or other device capable of or designed to discharge any shot, pellet or missile likely to inflict bodily injury, in the city, except when lawfully acting in the defense of persons or property or the enforcement of law or at a duly established range, the operation of which has been approved by the city council. Also, bow and arrow instruction will be allowed at an approved site under supervision of a qualified instructor as part of the curriculum of an accredited education system and with appropriate indemnification of the city approved by the city legal department.
(b) No person shall transport or possess in or upon a motor vehicle or any self-propelled vehicle designed for land travel, within the city, any air gun, spring gun or other device capable of or designed to discharge any shot, pellet, or missile likely to inflict bodily injury and/or property damage, unless the device is unloaded and is one or more of the following:
(1) Disassembled.
(2) Enclosed in a case.
(3) Carried in the trunk of the vehicle.
(4) Inaccessible from the interior of the vehicle.
(c) No person shall possess or show or display a gun, toy gun, starter pistol, blank gun or device of similar nature in a nonthreatening manner, but with the intent to convey the impression to a person that the gun, toy gun, starter pistol, blank gun or similar device is actually a lethal weapon capable of causing a reasonable person to believe that the person possessing such object is armed with a dangerous weapon.
(d) No person under 18 years of age shall use or possess any handgun designed and manufactured exclusively for propelling BBs not exceeding 0.177 caliber by means of spring, gas or air, outside the curtilage of his domicile unless he is accompanied by a parent, legal guardian, or their designee.
(e) An individual who violations this section is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by imprisonment for not more than 90 days or a fine of not more than $500.00.
(Code 1975, § 24-7; Ord. No. 1062, 9-26-1994; Ord. No. 1116, 3-24-1997; Code 1992, § 20-222; Ord. No. 1325, 9-12-2011; Ord. No. 1333, 10-24-2011)

PORTAGE, MICHIGAN – Air Gun Laws and Ordinances

No listed air-gun ordinances.

VAN BUREN COUNTY, MICHIGAN – Air gun Laws and Ordinances

No listed air-gun ordinances.

Charter Township of REDFORD, MICHIGAN – Air Gun Laws and Ordinances

DIVISION 2. AIRGUNS, SLINGSHOTS, BOWS AND ARROWS – Redford Charter Township, (Wayne Co.), Michigan – Code of Ordinances
Sec. 58-251. – Definitions.
The following words, terms and phrases, when used in this division, shall have the meanings ascribed to them in this section, except where the context clearly indicates a different meaning:
Air gun means any gun, rifle, pistol or device by whatever name known which is designed to expel or shoot a projectile or missile by the action of compressed air or of a spring or elastic, but does not mean any gun or device regulated by the provisions of Act No. 372 of the Public Acts of Michigan of 1927 (MCL 28.421 et seq.), as amended, or Act No. 328 of the Acts of Michigan of 1931 (MCL 750.1 et seq.), as amended, or Act No. 10 of the Public Acts of Michigan of 1952 (MCL 752.841 et seq.), and does not mean a slingshot.

REESE, MICHIGAN – Air Gun Laws and Ordinances

No listed air-gun ordinances.

RICHLAND, MICHIGAN – Air Gun Laws and Ordinances

No listed air-gun ordinances.

RICHMOND, MICHIGAN – Air Gun Laws and Ordinances

DIVISION 2. WEAPONS – Richmond, Michigan – Code of Ordinances
Sec. 54-216. – Definitions.
The following words, terms and phrases, when used in this division, shall have the meanings ascribed to them in this section, except where the context clearly indicates a different meaning:
Firearm means any weapon from which a dangerous projectile may be propelled by using explosives, gas or air as a means of propulsion.

Sec. 54-217. – Persons exempt.
Police officers, peace officers and persons in the military service, in pursuit of official duty, and persons duly authorized by federal or state law to carry firearms, are exempt from the provisions of this division.

Sec. 54-218. – Aiming firearm.
It shall be unlawful for any person within the city to intentionally, without malice, point or aim any firearm at or toward any other person.
(Ord. No. 92, § 3(m), 10-25-71)

Sec. 54-219. – Aiming and discharging firearm.
It shall be unlawful for any person within the city to discharge any firearm at any time further it shall be unlawful to discharge a firearm without injury to another person any firearm, while intentionally, without malice, aiming at or toward any person.
(Ord. No. 92, § 3(m), 10-25-71)

Sec. 54-220. – Injury by discharge of firearm.
It shall be unlawful for any person within the city to maim or injure any other person by the discharge of any firearm pointed or aimed unintentionally, without malice, at any such person.
(Ord. No. 92, § 3(m), 10-25-71)

Sec. 54-221. – Possession or control of firearm while intoxicated.
It shall be unlawful for any person within the city, while under the influence of an alcoholic liquor or any exhilarating or stupefying drug, to carry, have in possession or control, or use in any manner, or discharge any firearm.

Sec. 54-222. – Hunting within city prohibited.
It shall be unlawful for any person within the city to hunt wild game, or in any manner carry any gun, weapon or firearm within the city for the purpose of hunting any wild game or fowl at any time.

Sec. 54-223. – Possession of knives and other sharp-edged or pointed instruments by minors.
It shall be unlawful for any minor under 18 years of age to have in his possession or control, except within his own domicile, or carry or use in any manner any knife with a blade in excess of three inches, dagger, dirk, razor, stiletto or any other sharp-edged or pointed instrument or weapon used for inflicting injury upon another; provided, however, that such person shall not be in violation of this section if his possession of such knife with a blade in excess of three inches, dagger, dirk, razor, stiletto or any other sharp-edged or pointed instrument is necessary for his employment, trade or occupation, or if he is engaged in or is proceeding to or returning from a place of hunting, trapping, or fishing and, whenever required, is also carrying a currently valid license issued to him by the state department of conservation, or if such person is a duly enrolled member of the Boy Scouts of America or a similar organization or society and such possession is necessary to participate in the activities of such organization or society or if the knife with a blade in excess of three inches, dagger, dirk, razor, stiletto or any other sharp-edged pointed instrument is required under circumstances that tend to establish that its possession is for a lawful purpose.

Sec. 54-224. – Confiscation of firearms.
All weapons, guns, pistols, firearms, knives, dirks, razors, stilettos, or any other sharp-edged or pointed instruments, or weapons carried, possessed or used contrary to this division are hereby declared forfeited to the city.

Sec. 54-225. – Transportation and possession.
It shall be unlawful for any person to transport or to have in his possession in or upon any vehicle a firearm unless the firearm is unloaded in both barrel and magazine and carried in the luggage compartment of the vehicle. It shall be unlawful to carry a firearm on any public street or in any public place unless it is unloaded and in a case.

Sec. 54-226. – Sale or purchase.
It shall be unlawful for any person under 18 years of age to purchase, carry or transport a firearm on any public street or in any public place. It shall be unlawful for any person to sell a firearm to any person under 18 years of age.

Sec. 54-227. – Air rifles; pistols; slingshots.
It shall be unlawful for any person to sell or offer for sale, use, operate or discharge any BB gun, air rifle, toy pistol, slingshot, catapult or any other toy shooting apparatus, gun or implement that might result in damage or destruction of life or property in the limits of the city.

RIVERVIEW, MICHIGAN – Air Gun Laws and Ordinances

No listed air-gun ordinances.

ROCHESTER, MICHIGAN – Air Gun Laws and Ordinances

ARTICLE III. TRAILWAYS LAND – Rochester, Michigan – Code of Ordinances
Sec. 34-84. – Regulations and prohibitions.

Hunting and weapons. No person shall hunt or discharge any firearm or weapon including, but not limited to, a bow or BB gun, within the trail-ways land.

Hunting and weapons. No person shall hunt or discharge any firearm or weapon including, but not limited to, a bow or BB gun, within the Paint Creek Walkway.

ROGERS CITY, MICHIGAN – Air Gun Laws and Ordinances

DIVISION 2. WEAPONS – Rogers City, Michigan – Code of Ordinances
Sec. 19-362. – Minors using, possessing BB guns.
It shall be unlawful for any person within the city under eighteen (18) years of age to use or possess any handgun or rifle designed and manufactured exclusively for propelling BB’s not exceeding .177 caliber by means of spring, gas or air, outside the curtilage of his domicile unless he is accompanied by a person over eighteen (18) years of age.

ROMEO, MICHIGAN – Air Gun Laws and Ordinances

ARTICLE VIII. OFFENSES ON SCHOOL GROUNDS – Romeo, Michigan – Code of Ordinances
Sec. 26-279. – Firearms and weapons.
It shall be unlawful for any person to use, possess, carry or conceal firearms of any description or any air rifle, spring gun, sling, knife, martial arts weapon, or any other form of weapon potentially dangerous to human safety while in any school building or on any school grounds or during any school activity.
(Code 1993, § 21.153(h)

ROOSEVELT PARK, MICHIGAN – Air Gun Laws and Ordinances

ARTICLE VI. OFFENSES AGAINST PUBLIC SAFETY – Roosevelt Park, Michigan – Code of Ordinances
Sec. 20-232. – Firing or discharging weapons prohibited; exceptions.
No person except a police officer or other peace officer in the discharge of his duty shall fire or discharge a revolver, pistol, shotgun, rifle, air rifle, bow and arrow or other dangerous weapon within the city; provided however, that nothing contained in this section shall prohibit the city council from granting permission for the maintenance of shooting galleries or target ranges under suitable regulations for the protection and safety of the citizens and inhabitants of the city.
(Comp. Ords. 1988, § 20.501)

State law reference—  Discharge of weapons, MCL 750.234 et seq.
Sec. 20-233. – Hunting prohibited.
It shall be unlawful for any person to hunt wild game or fowl, or in any manner carry any gun, weapon or firearm for the purpose of hunting game or fowl, within the city limits of the city.
(Comp. Ords. 1988, § 20.502)

Sec. 20-234. – Forfeiture of weapons.
All weapons, guns, pistols or firearms carried, possessed or used contrary to the preceding sections are hereby declared forfeited to the city.
(Comp. Ords. 1988, § 20.503)

ROSE TOWNSHIP, MICHIGAN – Air Gun Laws and Ordinances

ARTICLE II. PARK REGULATIONS – Rose Township, (Oakland Co.), Michigan – Code of Ordinances
Sec. 24-23. – Firearms and hunting.
It shall be unlawful for any person to:
(1) Carry or have in his possession a firearm.
(2) Shoot an air-gun, gas gun, spring-loaded gun or slingshot.
(3) Shoot with a bow and arrow.
(4) Hunt, trap, kill, wound, capture or intentionally disturb any bird or other animal life.
(Comp. Ords. 1996, § 141.006; Ord. No. 47, §§ 6.1—6.4, 6-2-1981)

ROYAL OAK CHARTER TOWNSHIP, MICHIGAN – Air Gun Laws and Ordinances

DIVISION 2. WEAPONS – Royal Oak Charter Township, (Oakland Co.), Michigan – Code of Ordinances
Sec. 16-138. – Definitions.
The following words, terms and phrases, when used in this division, shall have the meanings ascribed to them in this section, except where the context clearly indicates a different meaning:
Firearm.
(1) The term “firearm” means a weapon from which a dangerous projectile may be propelled by an explosive, or by gas or air.
(2) The term “firearm” does not include a smooth bore rifle or handgun designed and manufactured exclusively for propelling by a spring, or by gas or air, BBs not exceeding .177 caliber.
(Comp. Ords. 1983, § 40.301; Ord. No. 168, § 1, 8-23-1973)

Sec. 16-139. – Discharge.
It shall be unlawful for any person, except a police officer or other peace officer in the discharge of his duty, to fire or discharge any gun, pistol, shotgun, rifle, revolver or any other firearm or air gun, slingshot or any other instrument calculated to propel or throw any missile within the township; provided, however, nothing in this section shall prohibit any person from discharging such weapons in the necessary defense of his person, family or property; further provided, nothing in this division shall prevent the discharge of firearms in a regularly licensed shooting gallery of the township or on target ranges under suitable regulations for the protection and safety of its citizens and inhabitants.
(Comp. Ords. 1983, § 40.251(a); Ord. No. 116, § 1(a), 4-22-1954)

Sec. 16-140. – Careless, reckless or negligent use of firearms; injury of property.
Any person who, because of carelessness, recklessness or negligence, but not willfully or wantonly, shall cause or allow any firearm under his control to be discharged so as to destroy or injure the property of another, real or personal, shall be guilty of a misdemeanor.
(Comp. Ords. 1983, § 40.251(b); Ord. No. 116, § 1(b), 4-22-1954)

Sec. 16-141. – Minor—Unlawful to sell to or distribute.
It shall be unlawful for any person to sell, offer for sale, give away or distribute any firearm, slingshot, air gun, or other light weapon, to any minor in the township.
(Comp. Ords. 1983, § 40.251(c); Ord. No. 116, § 1(c), 4-22-1954)

Sec. 16-142. – Same—Unlawful for parent or guardian to permit possession.
It shall be unlawful for any parent, guardian or other person having custody or charge of any minor, to knowingly permit such minor to have in his possession or use any pistol, slingshot, air gun, or other similar weapon, except in a duly licensed shooting gallery or target range.
(Comp. Ords. 1983, § 40.251(d); Ord. No. 116, § 1(d), 4-22-1954)

Sec. 16-143. – Same—To possess unless accompanied by person over 18 years of age.
It shall be unlawful for any person under 18 years of age to use or possess any pistol, or to use and possess any handgun designed and manufactured exclusively for propelling BBs, not exceeding .177 caliber by means of spring, gas, or air, outside the curtilage of his domicile unless he is accompanied by a person over 18 years of age.
(Ord. No. 136, § 3(L), 11-18-2004)

Sec. 16-144. – Firearms used contrary to division declared forfeited.
All firearms, pistols, air guns, slingshots, and other weapons of similar nature, carried or used contrary to the provisions of this division are hereby declared forfeited to the township and may be seized by any police officer of the township and can be redeemed only at the discretion of the court after all court fines and costs have been paid.
(Comp. Ords. 1983, § 40.251(e); Ord. No. 116, § 1(e), 4-22-1954)

Sec. 16-145. – Possession in public, etc., of darts and certain knives in certain cases.
(a) Knives having a three-inch or longer blade prohibited; exception. It shall be unlawful for any person to be in possession of a knife with a blade more than three inches in length in any of the streets, alleys, parks, boulevards or other public property or schools in the township, or in any dance hall, theatre, amusement park, alcoholic beverage establishment, store or other private property generally frequented by the public for purposes of education, recreation, amusement, entertainment, sport or shopping. This section shall not apply to any person in possession of any such knife when it is used or carried in good faith as a tool of honest work, trade, business, sport or recreation when the person in possession of any such knife is actively engaged therein or actively engaged in going to or returning from such honest work, trade, business, sport or recreation.
(b) Knives, darts, etc., by minors prohibited; exception. It shall be unlawful for any person under the age of 18 years to be in possession of any knife, dart, or instrument of any description that could be used for cutting or stabbing, on any of the streets, alleys, parks, boulevards or other public property or schools in the township or in any dance hall, theatre, amusement park, alcoholic beverage establishment, store or other private property generally frequented for purposes of education, recreation, amusement, entertainment, sport or shopping, provided that this section shall not apply to any such person under 18 years of age being in possession of any such knife when it is used or carried in good faith as a tool of honest work, trade, business, sport or recreation or when used or carried in good faith as equipment related to and required for any legitimate sport, recreation or youth character building program (Boy Scouts, Girl Scouts, etc.) when actively engaged therein or actively engaged in going to or returning from such honest work, trade, business, sport, recreation or youth character building program.
(Comp. Ords. 1983, §§ 40.307, 40.308; Ord. No. 168, § 6, 8-23-1973)

SAGINAW, MICHIGAN – Air Gun Laws and Ordinances

No listed air-gun ordinances.

SALINE, MICHIGAN – Air Gun Laws and Ordinances

DIVISION 2. WEAPONS Saline, Michigan Code of Ordinances
Sec. 58-291. Definition.
The word “firearm,” except as otherwise specifically defined in this division, shall be construed to include any weapon from which a dangerous projectile may be propelled by using explosives, gas or air as a means of propulsion.
(Ord. No. 500, § 1(11-326), 9-28-92)

Sec. 58-300. Transportation and possession.
It shall be unlawful for any person to transport or to have in possession in or upon any vehicle a firearm unless such firearm is unloaded in both barrel and magazine and carried in the luggage compartment of the vehicle. It shall be unlawful to carry a firearm on any public street or in any public place unless it is unloaded and in a case.
(Ord. No. 500, § 1(11-335), 9-28-92)

Sec. 58-301. Sale or purchase by minors.
It shall be unlawful for any person under 18 years of age to purchase, carry or transport a firearm on any public street or in any public place. It shall be unlawful for any person to sell a firearm to any person under 18 years of age.
(Ord. No. 500, § 1(11-336), 9-28-92)

Sec. 58-302. Air rifles; pistols; slingshots.
It shall be unlawful for any person to sell or offer for sale, use, operate or discharge any BB gun, air rifle, toy pistol, slingshot, catapult or any other toy shooting apparatus, gun or implement that might result in damage or destruction of life or property in the limits of the city.
(Ord. No. 500, § 1(11-337), 9-28-92)

SARANAC, MICHIGAN – Air Gun Laws and Ordinances

No listed air-gun ordinances.

SAUGATUCK, MICHIGAN – Air Gun Laws and Ordinances

No listed air-gun ordinances.

SAULT STE. MARIE, MICHIGAN – Air Gun Laws and Ordinances

ARTICLE VI. WEAPONS – Sault Ste. Marie, Michigan – Code of Ordinances
Sec. 16-97. – Definition.
For the purposes of this article, the word “firearms,” except as otherwise specifically defined in this Code, shall be construed to include any weapon from which a dangerous projectile may be propelled by using explosives, gas or air as a means of propulsion.

Sec. 16-98. – Exemptions.
Police officers, peace officers and persons in the military service, in pursuit of official duty, and persons duly authorized by federal or state law to carry firearms, are exempt from the provisions of this article.

Sec. 16-99. – Transportation.
It shall be unlawful for any person to transport or to have in possession in or upon any vehicle, a firearm unless the same be unloaded in both the barrel and magazine and carried in the luggage compartment of the vehicle. It shall be unlawful to carry a firearm on any public street or in any public place unless it is unloaded and in a case.

Sec. 16-100. – Minors.
It shall be unlawful for any person under eighteen (18) years of age to purchase, carry or transport a firearm on any public street or in any public place. It shall be unlawful for any person to sell a firearm to any person under eighteen (18) years.

Sec. 16-101. – Unlawful handling and discharging of guns.
(a) It shall be unlawful for any person to draw, handle, flourish, fire, or set off any gun in any street, alley, park, or other public place except under the conditions enumerated below:
(1) This restriction shall not apply to any police officer acting in the line of duty;
(2) This restriction shall not apply to black powder muzzle loaded guns when the guns are used in conjunction with an organized event sponsored by a legal entity and supervised by representatives of that organization or entity and so long as the discharging of the gun occurs on a shooting range approved by the chief of police and so long as the organization or entity carries one million dollars ($1,000,000.00) of liability insurance naming the city as a co-insured and so long as the public shall be notified by public advertisement as to the time and location of the discharging of the black powder muzzle loaded weapons.
(b) The chief of police is enabled by this section to set standards and guidelines for the implementation of the section.
(Code 1957, § 6-3.01(y); Ord. No. 242-84, §§ 1, 2, 5-22-84)

Sec. 16-102. – BB guns; use by minors, prohibition, exception.
No person under eighteen (18) years of age shall use or possess any handgun designed and manufactured exclusively for propelling BB’s not exceeding .177 caliber by means of spring, gas or air, outside the curtilage of his domicile unless such person is accompanied by a person over eighteen (18) years of age.

Sec. 16-103. – Destroying or injuring property by careless, reckless or negligent use of bow or arrow.
Any person who, because of carelessness, recklessness or negligence, but not willfully or wantonly, shall cause or allow any bow or arrow under such person’s control to be used so as to destroy or injure the property of another, real or personal, shall be guilty of a misdemeanor.

Sec. 16-104. – Throwing missiles.
It shall be unlawful for any person to throw or propel any ball, snowball, stone, stick, brick, bottle, glass or other missile in or into any street, lane, alley or other public place.
(Code 1957, § 6-3.01(w)

SCHOOLCRAFT, MICHIGAN – Air Gun Laws and Ordinances

No listed air-gun ordinances.

Township of SCIO, MICHIGAN – Air Gun Laws and Ordinances

ARTICLE II. METROPARK REGULATIONS – Scio Township, (Washtenaw Co.), Michigan – Code of Ordinances
Sec. 22-21. – Dangerous or obnoxious materials or equipment.
(a) No person shall deposit or abandon in or on any lands or water areas within the boundaries of the metropark any garbage, sewage, bottles, refuse, trash, waste or other obnoxious material except in receptacles or pits provided for such purposes.
(b) No person shall have in his possession or control any glass bottle or container in or on any pool area, beach area or baseball diamond in the metropark, or in any other locality in the metropark where possession of glass bottles and containers is prohibited by posted notices.
(c) No person shall have in his possession or control any slingshot, bow, arrow, crossbow, pellet gun, air rifle, noxious gas ejecting devices, fireworks, explosives or other dangerous devices or materials within the boundaries of the metropark. This section shall not apply to those otherwise permitted by the metropark authority.
(Ord. No. 2011-01, § 1, 2-22-2011)

SHELBY CHARTER TOWNSHIP, MICHIGAN – Air Gun Laws and Ordinances

DIVISION 2. – PARKS REGULATED BY HURON-CLINTON METROPOLITAN AUTHORITY
Sec. 50-63. – Restrictions.
(a) Dangerous/obnoxious materials/equipment.
(1) Obnoxious material disposal. No person shall deposit or abandon on any authority property within the township any garbage, sewage, bottles, refuse, trash, waste or other obnoxious materials except in receptacles provided for such purposes.
(2) Dangerous weapons or substances. No person shall have in his possession or control on authority property within the township any slingshot, pellet gun, air rifle, explosives or other dangerous substances. The prohibition of this section shall not apply to any law enforcement officer who has been duly appointed by the government of the United States, the state, or any county, municipality or other political subdivision of the state while engaged in the exercise of his duties as a law enforcement officer, or while in the possession or control of a weapon required to be carried as a condition of such appointment as a law enforcement officer. Further, this section shall not prohibit a person from legally carrying firearms in accordance with state law, including transporting an unloaded shotgun in a case within the boundaries of authority property for the purpose of using authority property as access to or for departure from a permitted hunting area.

SOUTH HAVEN, MICHIGAN – Air Gun Laws and Ordinances

No listed air-gun ordinances.

SOUTH LYON, MICHIGAN – Air Gun Laws and Ordinances

DIVISION 1. GENERALLY – South Lyon, Michigan – Code of Ordinances
Sec. 58-218. – BB guns.
It shall be unlawful for any person under 18 years of age to use or possess any handgun designed and manufactured exclusively for propelling BBs not exceeding .177 caliber by means of spring, gas, or air, outside the curtilage of his domicile unless he is accompanied by a person over 18 years of age.
(Code 1988, § 9.213)

SOUTH ROCKWOOD, MICHIGAN – Air Gun Laws and Ordinances

DIVISION 2. WEAPONS – South Rockwood, Michigan – Code of Ordinances
Sec. 16-251. – Firearm defined.
As used in this division, unless otherwise expressly provided, the term “firearm” means any weapon from which a dangerous projectile may be propelled by using any method of propulsion such as explosives, gas, air, string, powder or mechanical apparatus as means of propulsion.
(Comp. Ords. 1994, § 20.5901)

Sec. 16-252. – Purchase or possession by minors, sale to minors.
No person under 18 years of age shall purchase, carry or transport a firearm on any public street or in any public place unless permitted by state law. No person shall sell a firearm to any person under 18 years of age.
(Comp. Ords. 1994, § 20.5902)

Sec. 16-253. – Air rifles; toy pistols; slingshots.
No person shall sell, offer for sale, use, operate or discharge any BB gun, air rifle, toy pistol, slingshot, catapult or other toy shooting apparatus, gun or implement that might result in damage to or destruction of life or property in the village.
(Comp. Ords. 1994, § 20.5903)

Sec. 16-254. – Transporting or possessing firearm in or upon motor vehicle or self-propelled vehicle designed for land travel; conditions.
Except as otherwise permitted by law, a person shall not transport or possess in or upon a motor vehicle or any self-propelled vehicle designed for land travel a firearm, other than a pistol, unless the firearm is unloaded and is one or more of the following:
(1) Taken down.
(2) Enclosed in a case.
(3) Carried in the trunk of the vehicle.
(4) Inaccessible from the interior of the vehicle.
(Comp. Ords. 1994, § 20.5904)

Sec. 16-255. – Brandishing firearm in public; applicability.
(a) Except as provided in subsection (b) of this section, a person shall not knowingly brandish a firearm in public.
(b) Subsection (a) of this section does not apply to any of the following:
(1) A peace officer lawfully performing his duties as a peace officer.
(2) A person lawfully engaged in target practice.
(3) A person lawfully engaged in the sale, purchase, repair, or transfer of that firearm.
(Comp. Ords. 1994, § 20.5904)

Sec. 16-256. – Violations; forfeiture of weapons.
In addition to any penalty provided for violations of this division, all weapons, guns, pistols, firearms, knives, dirks, razors, stilettos and other sharp-edged or pointed instruments, carried, possessed or used contrary to this division, are hereby declared to be forfeited to the village.
(Comp. Ords. 1994, § 20.5905)

Sec. 16-257. – Aiming and discharging of firearms.
(a) No person shall discharge a firearm within the village limits.
(b) No person shall intentionally and without malice point or aim any firearm at or toward any other person.
(c) No person shall discharge, without injury to another person, any firearm, while intentionally and without malice aiming it at or toward any other person.
(d) No person shall maim or injure any other person by the discharge of a firearm pointed or aimed intentionally and without malice at such other person.
(Comp. Ords. 1994, § 20.5906)

Sec. 16-258. – Possession or use of firearms while intoxicated.
No person, while under the influence of an alcoholic liquor or any controlled substance, shall carry, have in his possession or control, use in any manner or discharge any firearm.
(Comp. Ords. 1994, § 20.5907)

Sec. 16-259. – Possession of knives and sharp instruments.
(a) No person shall have in his possession or control, except within his own domicile, or carry or use in any manner, any knife with a blade in excess of three inches or any dagger, dirk, razor, stiletto or other sharp-edged or pointed instrument or weapon used for inflicting injury upon another.
(b) However, such person shall not be in violation of this section if his possession of such knife or instrument is necessary for his employment, trade or occupation, or if he is engaged in, proceeding to or returning from a place of hunting, trapping or fishing, and, whenever so required is also carrying a currently valid license issued to him by the state department of natural resources, or if such person is a duly enrolled member of the Boy Scouts of America or a similar organization or society and such possession is necessary to participate in the activities of such organization or society, or if such knife or instrument is required under circumstances that tend to establish that its possession is for a lawful purpose.
(Comp. Ords. 1994, § 20.5908)

Sec. 16-260. – Exemptions.
Police officers, peace officers and persons in the military service, in pursuit of official duty, and persons duly authorized by federal or state law to carry firearms, are exempt from this division when required by state law.
(Comp. Ords. 1994, § 20.5909)

Sec. 16-261. – Hunting within corporate limits.
It shall be unlawful for any person to hunt or pursue game within the corporate limits of the village.
(Comp. Ords. 1994, § 20.101)

SOUTHFIELD, MICHIGAN – Air Gun Laws and Ordinances

Sec. 9.221. – Definitions.
For the purposes of this chapter, the following words and phrases shall have the meanings respectively ascribed to them by this section:
(1) Air gun: Any gun, rifle or pistol, by whatever name known, which is designed to expel a projectile by the action of compressed air or gas, or by the action of a spring or elastic, but such term does not include a firearm.
(2) Dealer: Any person engaged in the business of selling at retail or renting any of the articles designated in the preceding paragraph.

Sec. 9.222. – Sales to minors.
(1) It shall be unlawful for any dealer to sell, lend, rent, give or otherwise transfer an air gun to any person under the age of eighteen (18) years where the dealer knows or has reasonable cause to believe the person to be under eighteen (18) years of age or where such dealer has failed to make reasonable inquiry relative to the age of such person and such person is under eighteen (18) years of age.
(2) It shall be unlawful for any person to give, lend or otherwise transfer any air gun to any person under eighteen (18) years of age, except where the relationship of parent and child, guardian and ward, or adult instructor and pupil exists between such person and the person under eighteen (18) years of age.

Sec. 9.223. – Possession by minors.
Notwithstanding any inconsistent provisions of this Code, it shall be lawful for any person under eighteen (18) years of age to have in his possession any of the articles defined in section 9.221 if such article is:
(1) Kept within his domicile;
(2) Used by the person under eighteen (18) years of age and he is a duly enrolled member of any club, team or society organized for educational purposes and maintaining as part of its facilities, or has written permission to use an indoor or outdoor rifle range, to possess, load and fire at such rifle range under the supervision, guidance and instruction of a responsible adult;
(3) Used in or on any private grounds or residence under circumstances when such an article designated in section 9.221 can be fired, discharged or operated in such a manner as not to endanger persons or property and also in such manner as to prevent the projectile from traversing any grounds or space outside the limits of such grounds or residence.

Sec. 9.224. – Carrying air guns in public.
It shall be unlawful for any person under eighteen (18) years of age to carry any air gun on the streets, alleys, public roads or public lands within the city unless accompanied by an adult; provided, that such person under eighteen (18) years of age may carry such air gun, unloaded, in a suitable case or securely wrapped.

Sec. 9.225. – Discharge of air guns.
It shall be unlawful for any person to discharge any air gun from or across any street, sidewalk, alley or public land or public place, except on a properly constructed target range.

SPARTA, MICHIGAN – Air Gun Laws and Ordinances

No listed air-gun ordinances.

SPARTA, MICHIGAN – Air Gun Laws and Ordinances

No listed air-gun ordinances.

SPRING LAKE, MICHIGAN – Air Gun Laws and Ordinances

ARTICLE V. OFFENSES AGAINST PUBLIC SAFETY Spring Lake, Michigan Code of Ordinances
Sec. 46-182. Discharge of weapons.
(a) Generally. No person shall discharge any firearm, air-gun, spring gun, crossbow, slingshot or any other dangerous weapon, nor engage in any hunting activity except as provided in this section.

Sec. 46-183. Use of BB guns by minors.
No person under 17 years of age shall use or possess any handgun or rifle designed and manufactured exclusively for propelling BBs not exceeding 0.177 caliber by means of a spring gas or air outside the curtilage of the individual’s domicile unless such person is accompanied by a person over 17 years of age.

SPRINGFIELD, MICHIGAN – Air Gun Laws and Ordinances

No listed air-gun ordinances.

SPRING LAKE TOWNSHIP, MICHIGAN – Air Gun Laws and Ordinances

ARTICLE II. PARK RULES AND REGULATIONS Spring Lake Township, Ottawa Co, Michigan Code of Ordinances
Sec. 26-19. Definitions.
The following words, terms and phrases, when used in this article, shall have the meanings ascribed to them in this section, except where the context clearly indicates a different meaning:
Firearms means revolvers, pistols, shotguns, rifles, air-guns, pellet guns, starting pistols, BB guns, or any other guns or other weapons which discharge projectiles either by air, explosive substance or any other force.

SPRINGFIELD, MICHIGAN – Air Gun Laws and Ordinances

DIVISION 4. FIREARMS AND HUNTING Springfield Charter Township, (Oakland Co.), Michigan Code of Ordinances
Sec. 24-116. Discharge prohibited.
It shall be unlawful for any person to discharge a firearm, air gun, gas gun, spring-loaded gun, slingshot, or another weapon that propels projectiles.
(Ord. No. 42, § 7.2, 6-6-1979; Ord. of 6-14-1990, § 1.00; Ord. of 12-9-2010)

Sec. 24-172. Dangerous or obnoxious materials or equipment.
(c) No person shall have in his possession or control any rifle, shotgun, pistol or other firearm, slingshot, bow, arrow, crossbow, pellet gun, air rifle, noxious gas ejecting devices, fireworks, explosive or other dangerous devices or materials within the boundaries of the Metropark; provided, that a law enforcement officer duly appointed by the United States, the state or by a political subdivision thereof may otherwise lawfully possess and carry a firearm. Further, this section shall not apply to those otherwise permitted by the authority. Nothing in this provision shall preempt Public Act No. 319 of 1990.
(Ord. No. 47, § 2, 4-13-1983; Ord. of 8-12-2004, § 1; Ord. of 11-10-2011(1), § 1(2))

ST. CHARLES, MICHIGAN – Air Gun Laws and Ordinances

ARTICLE VII. OFFENSES AGAINST PUBLIC SAFETY – St. Charles, Michigan – Code of Ordinances
Sec. 13-157. – Discharge of firearms, weapons.
It shall be unlawful for any person to discharge any firearm, air rifle, air pistol, pellet gun, or bow and arrow in the village except when lawfully acting in the defense of persons or property or the enforcement of law or at a duly established range, the operation of which has been approved by the village council.
(Code 1974, § 24.2(4))

ARTICLE II. PARK REGULATIONS – St. Charles, Michigan – Code of Ordinances
Sec. 14-30. – Recreational activities.
No person in a park shall:
(2) Hunting and firearms: Hunt, trap or pursue wildlife at any time. No person shall use, carry or possess firearms of any description, or air rifles, spring guns, bow and arrows, slings, or any other forms of weapons potentially inimical to wildlife and dangerous to human safety, or any instrument that can be loaded with and fire blank cartridges, or any kind of trapping device. Shooting into park areas from beyond park boundaries is forbidden.

ST. CLAIR, MICHIGAN – Air Gun Laws and Ordinances

ARTICLE IX. OFFENSES AGAINST PUBLIC SAFETY – St. Clair (St. Clair Co.), Michigan – Code of Ordinances
Sec. 38-231. – Display of replica, toy or imitation gun.
It shall be unlawful for any person to brandish, aim, point, or exhibit to any other person a replica or facsimile of a firearm in such manner as to frighten, threaten, harass, panic or annoy any other person. A “replica or facsimile of a firearm” shall mean any device or object which is a replica, facsimile, imitation or toy version of any firearm, including but not limited to toy guns, movie or stage props, air guns, starter pistols, inoperative firearms, models, replicas or any other device designed or used to imitate a firearm.
Sec. 38-232. – Carrying or possessing imitation gun in public or in a motor vehicle.
It shall be unlawful for any person to carry or possess, whether concealed or displayed, in a motor vehicle in an area of the vehicle accessible to the occupants thereof an imitation, replica, facsimile or toy version of any firearm with intent to brandish, use, aim or point such firearm to frighten, panic, threaten, harass or annoy any other person. Carrying or conceal
ment of any such firearm under or near the driver’s seat, glove box or dashboard shall be a prima facie rebuttable inference of such intent.

ST. JOSEPH, MICHIGAN – Air Gun Laws and Ordinances

ARTICLE VII. OFFENSES AGAINST PUBLIC HEALTH AND SAFETY St. Joseph, Michigan  Code of Ordinances
Sec. 19-98. Discharge of weapons; hunting.
It shall be unlawful for any person to use, operate or discharge any firearm, air gun, bow and arrow, slingshot or other weapon, or hunt or trap within the city limits without first obtaining permission from the chief of police to do so.
(Code 1968, § 30.01(4), (28))

SAINT LOUIS, MICHIGAN – Air Gun Laws and Ordinances

No listed air-gun ordinances.

STEVENSVILLE, MICHIGAN – Air Gun Laws and Ordinances

ARTICLE V. OFFENSES AGAINST PUBLIC SAFETY – Stevensville, Michigan – Code of Ordinances
Sec. 18-99. – Hunting.
It shall be unlawful for any person, within the village limits, to hunt any wild animal, fowl or game, with dog, gun, air gun or firearm.
(Comp. Ords. Rev. 1986, § 3.10(7); Code 1994, § 34-112)

Sec. 18-100. – Unlawful discharge of weapon.
It shall be unlawful for any person to discharge any firearm, air rifle, air pistol, crossbow, or bow and arrow in the village, except when lawfully acting in the defense of persons or property or the enforcement of law, or at a duly established range, the operation of which has been approved by the village council.
(Comp. Ords. Rev. 1986, § 3.10(6); Code 1994, § 34-113)

STOCKBRIDGE, MICHIGAN – Air Gun Laws and Ordinances

ARTICLE V. REAL PROPERTY TRANSACTIONS Stockbridge, Michigan Code of Ordinances
Sec. 2-176. Veterans Memorial Field.
(a) The Stockbridge Veterans Memorial Field is established on the property located on North Wood Street, North of West Main Street, Section 27, legally described in the records on file with the village clerk.
(b) This property shall be under the exclusive control of the village and available for use by the public subject to the following restrictions:
b. No person shall have in his possession or control any slingshot, pellet gun, air rifle, fireworks, explosives or other dangerous materials within the boundaries of any park or playground.

STURGIS, MICHIGAN – Air Gun Laws and Ordinances

No listed air-gun ordinances.

SUMPTER, MICHIGAN – Air Gun Laws and Ordinances

DIVISION 2. WEAPONS Sumpter Township, (Wayne Co.), Michigan Code of Ordinances
Sec. 14-263. Air guns, sling shots, etc.
(a) Use or possession by minors prohibited. It shall be unlawful for any person under the age of eighteen (18) years to use or have in his possession, unless accompanied by his parent or guardian or other authorized person any air gun, sling shot or pellet gun. Any police officer shall have the authority and it shall be his duty to confiscate such air gun, sling shot or pellet gun found in the possession of any such person.
(b) Parents, guardians; duty. It shall be unlawful for the parents or guardian of any minor in his charge or custody to knowingly permit any such minor to use or have in his possession, when not properly accompanied, an air gun, sling shot or pellet gun.
(c) Sales to minor prohibited. It shall be unlawful for any person or his agents or his employees, to sell, offer for sale, give away or distribute an air gun, sling shot or pellet gun to any person under the age of eighteen (18) years.
(Ord. No. 1-A, § 36, 9-11-84)

SWARTZ CREEK, MICHIGAN – Air Gun Laws and Ordinances

DIVISION 2. WEAPONS – Swartz Creek, Michigan – Code of Ordinances
Sec. 10-211. – Definition.
Firearms, as used in this division, shall be defined as any weapon from which a dangerous projectile may be propelled by using explosives, a spring, gas or air as a means of propulsion, provided that it is specifically intended that firearms commonly referred to as “air guns” or “B-B guns” shall be included within the meaning of this definition.
(Ord. No. 217, § 1, 3-10-86)

Sec. 10-212. – Discharge of firearms prohibited; exceptions.
It shall be unlawful for any person to discharge a firearm while within the city, except for the following:
(1) A peace officer in the performance of his duty or any other person lawfully acting in defense of people or property;
(2) Military or other organizations may fire a salute over the grave at a burial of a member of their organization or upon observation of memorial services;
(3) Discharge for ceremonial or exhibition purposes, upon application to the council and when, at the discretion of the council, it shall determine that such discharge shall be in the best interest of the community.
(Ord. No. 217, § 2, 3-10-86)

Sec. 10-213. – Carrying or flourishing a firearm; exceptions.
It shall be unlawful for any person, excepting a peace officer in the performance of his duty or as otherwise authorized by general state law, to carry or flourish a firearm upon any public street or in any public place, unless the firearm is unloaded and either in a car or wholly within a case or other cover.
(Ord. No. 217, § 3, 3-10-86)

Sec. 10-214. – Possession of firearms while under influence of alcoholic liquor or a controlled substance.
It shall be unlawful for any person under the influence of alcoholic liquor, any controlled substance or any other exhilarating or stupefying substance to carry, to have in his possession or under his control, or to use in any manner or otherwise discharge any firearm within the city.

Sec. 10-215. – Intentionally aiming a firearm without malice.
It shall be unlawful for any person to intentionally, without malice, point or aim any firearm at or toward any other person, or to discharge any firearm while so aimed.

Sec. 10-216. – Reckless use of firearms.
It shall be unlawful for any person to recklessly, heedlessly, willfully or wantonly use, carry, handle or discharge any firearm without due caution and circumspection for the rights, safety or property of others.

Sec. 10-217. – Use or possession of gas-ejecting devices.
(a) A person shall not manufacture, sell, offer for sale, or possess a device, weapon, cartridge, container, or contrivance designed to render a person temporarily or permanently disabled by the ejection, release, or emission of a gas or other substance.
(b) Subsection (a) shall not apply to a self-defense spray device as defined in MCL 750.224d.
(Ord. No. 339, § 1, 4-12-99)

Sec. 10-218. – Hunting.
(a) It shall be unlawful for any person to hunt within the city.
(b) Any person who shall violate any provision of this section shall be guilty of a misdemeanor punishable as specified in section 1-8 of Chapter 1 of the Code.
(Ord. No. 352, §§ 1, 2, 2-28-00)

Sec. 10-219. – Knives or other weapons.
It shall be unlawful for any person to possess a dagger, dirk, razor, stiletto, or knife having a blade over three inches in length.
(Ord. No. 387, § 1, 2-14-05)

SYLVAN LAKE, MICHIGAN – Air Gun Laws and Ordinances

DIVISION 2. FIREARMS AND SIMILAR WEAPONS – Sylvan Lake, Michigan – Code of Ordinances
Sec. 38-355. – Sale of BB guns, ammunition to minor.
It shall be unlawful for any person to sell to a minor any gun designed and manufactured for propelling BBs not exceeding .177 caliber by means of gas, air or spring, or to sell to a minor BBs designed to be used by such BB guns.

SYLVAN, WASHTENAW COUNTY, MICHIGAN – Air Gun Laws and Ordinances

No listed air-gun ordinances.

TAWAS CITY, MICHIGAN – Air Gun Laws and Ordinances

No listed air-gun ordinances.

TAYLOR, MICHIGAN – Air Gun Laws and Ordinances

DIVISION 2. WEAPONS – Taylor, Michigan – Code of Ordinances
Sec. 32-356. – Minors using, possessing BB guns.
It shall be unlawful for any person within the city under 18 years of age to use or possess any handgun or rifle designed and manufactured exclusively for propelling BBs not exceeding .177 caliber by means of spring, gas or air, outside the curtilage of the person’s domicile unless the person is accompanied by a person over 18 years of age.
(Code 1987, § 19-237; Ord. No. 75-51, § 6.12, 2-11-1975)

Sec. 32-358. – Replica or imitation firearms.
(a) The following words, terms and phrases, when used in this section, shall have the meanings ascribed to them in this subsection, except where the context clearly indicates a different meaning:
Replica or imitation firearm means any device or object which is a replica, facsimile, imitation or toy version of any firearm including, but not limited to, a replica, facsimile or toy version of a pistol, revolver, shotgun, sawed-off shotgun, rifle, machine gun, assault weapon, starter pistol, inoperative firearm, or other firearm. The term “replica” or “facsimile firearm” also includes, but is not limited to, toy guns, movie or stage props, starter pistols, inoperative firearms, hobby models, or any other device or object which might reasonably be perceived to be a real firearm.
(b) It shall be unlawful for any person within the city to carry, possess, brandish, aim, point, or display to any other person a replica or facsimile firearm in such a manner as to frighten, threaten, harass, panic or annoy any other person.
(c) It shall be unlawful for any person, with knowledge that a law enforcement officer, firefighter, emergency medical technician, paramedic or medical first responder is engaged in the performance of the law enforcement officers, firefighter’s, emergency medical technicians, paramedic’s or medical first responder’s duties to draw, exhibit, brandish or display any replica or facsimile firearm in the law enforcement officers, firefighter’s, emergency medical technicians, paramedic’s or medical first responder’s presence.
(d) It shall be unlawful for any person to carry or possess, whether concealed or displayed a replica or facsimile firearm in a motor vehicle in an area of the vehicle accessible to the occupants thereof, with the intent to brandish, use, display, aim or point such replica or imitation firearm to frighten, panic, threaten, harass or annoy any other person. The carrying or concealing of any such replica or imitation firearm under or near the driver’s seat or in the glove box or dashboard, shall be prima facie rebuttable inference of such intent.
(Code 1987, § 19-239; Ord. No. 08-428, 2-19-2008)

ARTICLE III. USE REGULATIONS – Taylor, Michigan – Code of Ordinances
Sec. 34-82. – Firearms, hunting, trapping.
No person shall in any park hunt, trap or pursue wildlife at any time. No person shall use, carry or possess firearms of any description, air rifles, spring guns, bows and arrows, slings or any other forms of weapons potentially inimical to wildlife and dangerous to human safety or any instrument that can be loaded with and fire blank cartridges or any kind of trapping device contrary to state law. Shooting into any park areas from beyond park boundaries is forbidden.
(Code 1987, § 20-60; Ord. No. 82-130, § 7(D)(1), 10-26-1982; Ord. No. 10-454, § 20-60, 10-3-2010)

TECUMSEH, MICHIGAN – Air Gun Laws and Ordinances

DIVISION 2. FIREARMS AND DANGEROUS WEAPONS Tecumseh, Michigan Code of Ordinances
Sec. 50-341. Shooting or discharge prohibited; exceptions.
No person shall shoot or discharge any firearm, air rifle, air pistol, spring gun, bow and arrow, crossbow, slingshot, or any other dangerous weapon or instrument in the city except as provided in this division.
(Comp. Ords. 1982, § 3.310.00(1))

Sec. 50-342. Exceptions.
(a) The provisions of this division shall not apply to any peace officer of the state, county or any municipality who is regularly employed or paid by the state, county or municipality nor to any auxiliary police officer, auxiliary sheriff’s deputy or military personnel acting within the scope of his authority, nor to any person serving as a dog warden or animal control officer with the authority to enforce pertinent state or local laws and ordinances.
(b) The provisions of this division shall not apply to a person or the agent of that person engaged in the extermination of animal pests on the property of that person provided a permit has first been obtained from the chief of police or a person under his command.
(c) The provisions of this division shall not apply to a person acting in the defense of a person as permitted by law.
(Comp. Ords. 1982, § 3.310.00(1)(a)—(c))

Sec. 50-343. Penalty.
Any person found guilty of violating any of the provisions of this division shall be guilty of a misdemeanor and shall be punished as provided in section 1-7.
(Comp. Ords. 1982, § 3.310.00)

Charter Township of TEXAS, MICHIGAN – Air Gun Laws and Ordinances

No listed air-gun ordinances.

THOMAS TOWNSHIP, MICHIGAN – Air Gun Laws and Ordinances

No listed air-gun ordinances.

THORNAPPLE TOWNSHIP, MICHIGAN – Air Gun Laws and Ordinances

ARTICLE XXXII. DEFINITIONS – Thornapple Township, (Barry Co.), Michigan – Code of Ordinances
32.2.118 Outdoor Recreation
Uses which provide continuous, intermittent or seasonal recreation and/or entertainment-oriented activities largely in an outdoor setting, including but not limited to; amusement and water parks, theme parks, fairgrounds, zoos, golf driving ranges, miniature golf facilities, animal racing, go-cart, automobile or motorcycle tracks, amphitheaters, air gun or survival games, batting cages, ski slope, skate board parks and similar commercial recreation activities.

TRENTON, MICHIGAN – Air Gun Laws and Ordinances

Subdivision I. In General Trenton, Michigan Code of Ordinances
Sec. 66-155. Air-guns and BB guns.
(a) It shall be unlawful for any person to discharge any air gun within the city, except on an indoor target range; provided that this section shall not apply whenever air guns using only BB shot are used on premises with the consent of the owner or occupant of such premises.
(b) It shall be unlawful for any owner or occupant of premises within the city to permit the use of any air gun using BB shot upon his premises by any other person unless such use is personally supervised by some person 17 years of age or older.
(c) It shall be unlawful for any person to transport or carry any air gun using BB shot or pellets in the city unless the gun is enclosed in a case or in a box.
(Code 1974, § 19-35)

Charter Township of UNION, MICHIGAN – Air Gun Laws and Ordinances

No listed air-gun ordinances.

Charter Township of VAN BUREN, MICHIGAN – Air Gun Laws and Ordinances

DIVISION 2. WEAPONS – Van Buren Charter Township, (Wayne Co.), Michigan – Code of Ordinances
Sec. 58-336. – Definitions
Firearm means a weapon from which a dangerous projectile may be propelled by an explosive, or by gas or air. A firearm does not include a smooth bore rifle or handgun designed and manufactured exclusively for propelling by a spring, or by gas or air, BBs not exceeding .177 caliber.

VASSAR, MICHIGAN – Air Gun Laws and Ordinances

No listed air-gun ordinances.

Charter Township of VIENNA, MICHIGAN – Air Gun Laws and Ordinances

DIVISION 1. GENERALLY – Vienna Charter Township, (Genesee Co.), Michigan – Code of Ordinances
Sec. 18-172. – Use of firearms.
(a) No person except an officer in the discharge of his duty or a citizen in an act of self-defense, shall discharge any firearm, air gun, B-B gun, sling shot or bow and arrow within 500 feet of any building within the township.
(b) No person, except an officer in the discharge of his duty, or a citizen in an act of self-defense, shall discharge any firearm, air gun, B-B gun, sling shot, or bow and arrow within the township, except in an area authorized by the township board or the township police department. Provided, however, that nothing in this section shall limit the right of persons possessing valid hunting licenses from using legal firearms for hunting in season, as authorized by the statutes of the state, as is in such case made and provided. Provided further, that nothing in this section shall limit the right of persons to use pistols or bow and arrows in an area properly designated by the zoning board of appeals as a target range.
(Ord. No. 103, § 1, 9-3-1974; Ord. No. 241, § II(5), 8-3-1992)

WALKER, MICHIGAN – Air Gun Laws and Ordinances

No listed air-gun ordinances.

WALLED LAKE, MICHIGAN – Air Gun Laws and Ordinances

ARTICLE VII. OFFENSES AGAINST PUBLIC SAFETY – Walled Lake, Michigan – Code of Ordinances
Sec. 50-231. – BB guns.
It shall be unlawful for any person under 18 years of age to use or possess any handgun designed and manufactured exclusively for propelling BB’s not exceeding .177 caliber by means of spring, gas or air, outside the curtilage of his domicile unless he is accompanied by a person over 18 years of age.
(Code 1981, § 9.71)

WARREN, MICHIGAN – Air Gun Laws and Ordinances

DIVISION 2. WEAPONS Warren, Michigan Code of Ordinances
Sec. 22-163. Discharge of air gun.
It shall be unlawful for any person to discharge any air gun within the city.
(Code 1967, § 8-209(5))

TOWNSHIP OF WASHINGTON, MICHIGAN – Air Gun Laws and Ordinances

91.004 Dangerous or obnoxious materials or equipment.
Section 4.3 No person shall have in his or her possession or control any slingshot, pellet gun, air rifle, fireworks, explosives or other dangerous weapon or material within the boundaries of a neighborhood park.

WATERVLIET, MICHIGAN – Air Gun Laws and Ordinances

No listed air-gun ordinances.

WAYLAND, MICHIGAN – Air Gun Laws and Ordinances

DIVISION 2. WEAPONS – Wayland, Michigan – Code of Ordinances
Sec. 12-235. – Use of air guns.
(a) Definitions. The following words and phrases, when used in this section, shall have the meanings respectively ascribed to them:
Air gun means any gun, rifle or pistol, by whatever name known, which is designed to expel a projectile by the action of compressed air or gas, or by the action of a spring or elastic, but does not mean a firearm.
Dealer means any person engaged in the business of selling at retail or renting any of the articles designated in this section.
(b) Sale or transfer to minors:
(1) It shall be unlawful for any dealer to sell, lend, rent, give, or otherwise transfer any air gun to any person under the age of eighteen (18) years, where the dealer knows or has reasonable cause to believe the person could be under eighteen (18) years of age, or where such dealer has failed to make reasonable inquiry relative to age of the person and such person is under eighteen (18) years of age.
(2) It shall be unlawful for any person to give, lend, or otherwise transfer any air gun to any person under eighteen (18) years of age, except where the relationship of parent and child, guardian and ward, or adult instructor and pupil exists between such person and the person under eighteen (18) years of age.
(c) Carrying by minors. It shall be unlawful for any person under eighteen (18) years of age to carry any air gun on the streets, alleys, public roads, or public lands within the city unless accompanied by an adult; provided, however, that the person under eighteen (18) years of age may carry such air gun if unloaded and in a suitable case or securely wrapped.
(d) Discharge. It shall be unlawful for any person to discharge any air gun from or across any street, alley, sidewalk or public road within the limits of the city, or on or across any public land except on a properly constructed and supervised target range.
(e) Exceptions. Notwithstanding any inconsistent provision of this section, it shall be lawful for any person under eighteen (18) years of age to have in his possession an air gun if the article is:
(1) Kept within his domicile;
(2) Used by the person under eighteen (18) years of age and he is a duly enrolled member of any club, team, or society organized for educational purposes and maintaining as part of its facilities or having written permission to use an indoor or outdoor rifle range or other safe area, to possess, load and fire in such a place under the supervision, guidance and instruction of a responsible adult;
(3) Used in or on any private grounds or residence under circumstances when such gun can be fired, discharged or operated in such a manner as not to endanger persons or property and also in such manner as to prevent the projectile from traversing any grounds or space outside the limits of such grounds or residence.

County of WAYNE, MICHIGAN – Air Gun Laws and Ordinances

Chapter 218 REPLICA OR FACSIMILE FIREARMS Wayne County, Michigan Code of Ordinances
Sec. 218-2. Definitions.
For purposes of this chapter words, terms and phrases shall have the meanings ascribed in this section, except where the context clearly indicates a different meaning:
Firearm means any weapon from which a dangerous projectile may be propelled by an explosive, gas or air as a means of propulsion.
Replica or facsimile firearm means any device or object made of plastic, metal, wood, or any other material which is a replica, facsimile, imitation or toy version of, or are otherwise recognizable as, a pistol, revolver, rifle, shotgun, sawed-off shotgun, machine gun, rocket launcher, air gun, BB gun or any other firearm, including but not limited to toy guns, movie or stage (theatrical) props, starter pistols, inoperative firearms, models, replicas, other devices designed or used to imitate a firearm and is a substantial duplication of an actual firearm or any other device that might reasonably be perceived to be an actual firearm.
(Ord. No. 2008-428, § 2, 8-7-08)

Sec. 218-3. Purposes.
The purposes of this chapter are to:
(1) Promote public safety, avoid public panic and limit unnecessary expenditure of public resources by restricting the use, possession and transport of replica or facsimile firearms.
(2) Eliminate public nuisances caused by brandishing, drawing, aiming, pointing, or exhibiting replica or facsimile firearms.
(Ord. No. 2008-428, § 3, 8-7-08)

Sec. 218-4. Applicability.
This chapter shall not apply to replica or facsimile firearms which, because of their distinct color, except black or silver, exaggerated size, design features or permanently affixed international blaze orange markings on the receiver portions of the product and blaze orange plug recessed no more than six millimeters from the muzzle end of the barrel, cannot reasonably be perceived to be a real firearm.
(Ord. No. 2008-428, § 4, 8-7-08)

Sec. 218-5. Prohibited conduct.
(a) A person shall not possess a replica or facsimile firearm in a public place unless:
(1) It is concealed in an opaque container and another person cannot tell that is it a replica or facsimile firearm without opening said container;
(2) It is possessed for purposes of selling or distributing replica or facsimile firearms by a manufacturer, dealer, retailer, distributor or other entity or individual legally authorized to sell or distribute replica or facsimile firearms in this state; or
(3) It is possessed for marketing purposes directly associated with the legal sale or distribution of replica or facsimile firearms by a manufacturer, dealer, retailer, distributor or other entity or individual legally authorized to sell and distribute replica or facsimile firearms in this state.
Nothing in this subsection is intended to restrict or prohibit the manufacture, distribution or sale of replica or facsimile firearms.
(b) A person shall not brandish, draw, aim, point or exhibit to any other person or shall not simulate brandishing, drawing, aiming, pointing, or exhibiting a replica or facsimile firearm in such a manner as to frighten, threaten, harass, panic or annoy any other person.
(c) A person shall not carry or possess, whether concealed or displayed, in a motor vehicle in an area of the vehicle accessible to the occupants thereof, a replica or facsimile firearm with intent to brandish, use, aim or point such imitation firearm to frighten, panic, threaten, harass or annoy any other person. Carrying or concealing of any such replica or facsimile firearm under or near the driver’s seat, glove box or dashboard shall be a prima facie rebuttable inference of such intent, unless the person is authorized by the laws of this state or federal law to carry or possess a firearm in an area of a motor vehicle accessible to the occupants of the vehicle.
(d) A person shall not carry or possess a replica or facsimile firearm in a motor vehicle unless the replica or facsimile firearm is unloaded in both barrel and magazine and enclosed in a secured case carried in the trunk of the vehicle. This subsection is not applicable to: (1) a person who is authorized by the laws of this state to carry or possess a firearm in an area of a motor vehicle accessible to the occupants of the vehicle or (2) the transport of replica or facsimile firearms by a person, or his/her duly authorized agent, who is engaged in the lawful manufacture, distribution, or sale of replica or facsimile firearms.
(e) A person shall not draw, exhibit or brandish a replica or facsimile firearm in the presence of a police officer, firefighter, emergency medical technician or paramedic if the person knows or has reason to know that such police officer, firefighter, emergency medical technician or paramedic is engaged in the performance of his/her duties.
(f) Subsections (a), (c), (d), and (e) do not apply to peace officers, law enforcement officers, military personnel or correctional officers who are authorized by law to carry a firearm in this state.
(Ord. No. 2008-428, § 5, 8-7-08)

Sec. 218-6. Penalties.
(a) Civil forfeiture. Any replica or facsimile firearm used in a manner as to frighten, threaten, harass, panic or annoy any other person, shall be seized and forfeited to the governmental entity enforcing this chapter.
(b) Any replica or facsimile firearm or other similar device forfeited under this chapter shall be destroyed or disposed of by the police department or other law enforcement agency.
(c) A person who violates this chapter is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine of not more than $500.00 or imprisonment for a period not exceeding 90 days, or both.
(Ord. No. 2008-428, § 6, 8-7-08)

WEST BLOOMFIELD, MICHIGAN – Air Gun Laws and Ordinances

DIVISION 2. WEAPONS – West Bloomfield, Michigan – Code of Ordinances
Sec. 15-185. – BB guns—Possession by minor.
It shall be unlawful for any person under eighteen (18) years of age to use or possess any gun designed and manufactured for propelling BB’s not exceeding .177 caliber by means of spring, gas or air, outside the curtilage of his domicile unless he is accompanied by a parent or guardian who is over eighteen (18) years of age.
(Ord. No. 63A, § 36, 6-3-74)

ARTICLE III. MARSHBANK METROPOLITAN PARK – West Bloomfield, Michigan – Code of Ordinances
Sec. 16-55. – Slingshots, air guns, fireworks, explosives.
No person shall have in their possession or control any slingshot, pellet gun, air rifle, fireworks, explosives or any other such dangerous material within the boundaries of Marshbank Metropolitan Park.
(Ord. No. 101, § 2.03, 4-16-79)

ARTICLE II. COMMUNITY PARKS – West Bloomfield, Michigan – Code of Ordinances
Sec. 16-19. – Dangerous or obnoxious materials or equipment.
(a) No person shall deposit, throw, place or otherwise abandon in or on any lands or water areas within the boundaries of any community park any garbage, sewage, bottles, refuse, trash, waste or other obnoxious material except in receptacles provided for such purposes.
(b) No person shall have in his possession or control any glass bottle or container in or on any pool area, beach area or baseball diamond in any community park or in any locality in the parks where possession of glass bottles and containers is prohibited by posted notices.
(c) No person shall have in his possession or control any firearm, shotgun, pistol, or other firearm, slingshot, bow, arrow, crossbow, pellet gun, air rifle, noxious gas ejecting devices, fireworks, explosives or other dangerous devices or materials within the boundaries of any community park; provided that a law enforcement officer duly appointed by the United States, the state or by a political subdivision thereof may carry a firearm as required for the performance of his official duties, and may have such possession of other dangerous devices and materials referred to herein as is necessary for confiscation or removal.
(Ord. No. 105-A, § 4, 7-21-86)

WESTLAND, MICHIGAN – Air Gun Laws and Ordinances

DIVISION 2. WEAPONS – Westland, Michigan – Code of Ordinances
Sec. 62-281. – Hunting wild game or fowl.
No person shall hunt wild game or fowl within the city or in any manner carry a gun, weapon, firearm or bow and arrow within the city for the purpose of hunting any wild game or fowl at any time.
(Code 1981, § 22-98)

Sec. 62-282. – Discharge or use.
No person shall fire or shoot any air rifle, slingshot, rifle, pistol, firearm or other similar dangerous weapon, except in the defense of life or property or as may otherwise be permitted by law.
(Code 1981, § 22-99)

Sec. 62-283. – Definitions.
(a) “Antique firearm” means either of the following:
(1) A firearm not designed or redesigned for using rim-fire or conventional center fire ignition with fixed ammunition and manufactured in or before 1898, including a matchlock, flintlock, percussion cap, or similar type of ignition system or a replica of such a firearm, whether actually manufactured before or after the year 1898.
(2) A firearm using fixed ammunition manufactured in or before 1898, for which ammunition is no longer manufactured in the United States and is not readily available in the ordinary channels of commercial trade.
(b) As used in this article, the term “dangerous weapon” means:
(1) Any knife, dirk, dagger, or stiletto with a blade which exceeds three inches in length.
(2) Any club or karate stick.
(3) Any mace or other aerosol repellant.
(4) Any smooth bore rifle or handgun designed and manufactured exclusively for propelling by a spring, or by gas or air, BB’s not exceeding .177 caliber.
(5) Any slingshot.
(6) Any bow and arrow.
(c) As used in this article, the term “facsimile of a firearm” means any device or object made of plastic, wood, metal or other material, which device or object is a facsimile, replica version of, or is otherwise recognizable as, a pistol, revolver, sawed-off shotgun, rifle, machine gun, rocket launcher or other firearm, including, but not limited to, toy guns, movie and stage props, hobby models (either in kit form or fully assembled), starter pistols, air guns, and inoperative firearms or other devices which might reasonably be perceived to be a real firearm.
(d) As used in this article, the term “firearm” means a weapon, other than one specified in subsection 62-283(b)(4), from which a dangerous projectile may be propelled by an explosive, or by any other means.
(e) As used in this article, the term “pistol” means a loaded or unloaded firearm that is 30 inches or less in length, or a loaded or unloaded firearm that by its construction and appearance conceals itself as a firearm.
(f) As used in this article, the term “school” means a public, private, denominational, or parochial school offering development kindergarten, kindergarten, or any grade from one through 12.
(g) As used in this article, the term “school property” means a building, playing field, or property used for school purposes to impart instruction to children or used for functions and events sponsored by a school, except a building used primarily for adult education or college extension courses.
(h) As used in this article, the term “weapon free school zone” means school property and a vehicle used by a school to transport students to or from school property.
(Ord. No. 109-J-3, § 1, 1-4-10)

Sec. 62-285. – Possession or exhibition of firearms or facsimiles of firearms.
(a) No person shall draw or brandish a facsimile of a firearm in a threatening, rude or hostile manner with the intent to frighten, harass, vex or annoy another person.
(b) Except as provided in subsection (c), a person shall not possess a firearm on the premises of any of the following:
(1) A depository financial institution or a subsidiary or affiliate of a depository institution.
(2) A church or other house of religious worship.
(3) A court.
(4) A theatre.
(5) A sports arena.
(6) A day care center.
(7) A hospital.
(8) An establishment licensed under the Michigan liquor control act, Act No. 8 of the Public Acts of the Extra Session of 1933, being MCL 436.1 to 436.58.
(c) Subsection (b) shall not apply to any of the following:
(1) A person who owns, or is employed by or contracted by, an entity described in subsection (b) if the possession of that firearm is to provide security services for that entity.
(2) A peace officer.
(3) A person licensed by this state or another state to carry a concealed weapon.
(4) A person who possesses a firearm on the premises of an entity described in subsection (b) if that possession is with the permission of the owner or an agent of the owner of that entity.
(Ord. No. 109-J-3, § 3, 1-4-10)

Sec. 62-286. – Possession of concealed firearms prohibited on certain premises.
(a) Subject to subsection (d), an individual licensed to carry a concealed firearm in the State of Michigan, or who is exempt from licensure under MCL 28.432a(1)(f), shall not carry a concealed pistol on the premises of any of the following:
(1) A school or school property except that a parent or legal guardian of a student of the school is not precluded from carrying a concealed pistol while in a vehicle on school property, if he or she is dropping the student off at the school or picking up the child from the school.
(2) A public or private child care center or day care center, public or private child caring institution, or public or private child placing agency.
(3) A sports arena or stadium.
(4) A bar or tavern licensed under the Michigan liquor control code of 1998, 1998 PA 58, being MCL 436.1101 to 436.2303, where the primary source of the business is the sale of alcoholic liquor by the glass and consumed on the premises. This subdivision does not apply to an owner or employee of the business.
(5) Any property or facility owned or operated by a church, synagogue, mosque, temple, or other place of worship, unless the presiding official or officials of the church, synagogue, mosque, temple, or other place of worship permit the carrying of a concealed pistol on that property or facility.
(6) An entertainment facility with a seating capacity of 2,500 or more individuals that the individual knows or should know has a seating capacity of 2,500 or more individuals or that has a sign above each public entrance stating in letters not less than one-inch-high a seating capacity of 2,500 or more individuals.
(7) A hospital.
(8) A dormitory or classroom of a community college, college, or university.
(b) An individual licensed to carry a concealed pistol in the State of Michigan, or who is exempt from licensure under MCL 28.432a(1)(f), shall not carry a concealed pistol in violation of R 432.1212 or a successor rule of the Michigan Administrative Code promulgated under the Michigan Gaming Control And Revenue Act, 1996 IL 1, being MCL 432.202 to 432.226.
(c) As used in subsection (a), “premises” does not include parking areas of the places identified under subsection (a).
(d) Subsection (a) does not apply to any of the following:
(1) An individual licensed to carry a concealed firearm in the State of Michigan who is a retired police officer or retired law enforcement officer.
(2) An individual who is licensed to carry a concealed firearm in the State of Michigan and who is employed or contracted by an entity described under subsection (a) to provide security services and is required by his or her employer or the terms of a contract to carry a concealed firearm on the premises of the employing or contracting entity.
(3) An individual who is licensed as a private investigator or private detective under the professional investigator licensure act, 1965 PA 285, being MCL 338.821 to 338.851.
(4) An individual who is licensed to carry a concealed firearm in the state of Michigan and who is a corrections officer of a county sheriff’s department.
(5) An individual who is licensed to carry a concealed firearm in the state of Michigan and who is a motor carrier officer or capitol security officer of the department of state police.
(6) An individual who is licensed to carry a concealed firearm in the state of Michigan and who is a member of a sheriff’s posse.
(7) An individual who is licensed to carry a concealed firearm in the state of Michigan and who is an auxiliary officer or reserve officer of a police or sheriff’s department.
(8) An individual who is licensed to carry a concealed firearm in the state of Michigan and who is a parole or probation officer of the department of corrections.
(e) An individual who violates this section is responsible for a civil infraction or guilty of a misdemeanor as follows:
(1) Except as provided by subdivisions (2) and (3), the individual is responsible for a civil infraction and may be fined not more than $500.00. The court shall order the individual’s license to carry a concealed pistol suspended for 6 months.
(2) For a second violation, the individual is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine of not more than $500.00. The court shall order the individual’s license to carry a concealed pistol revoked.
(3) For a third or subsequent violation, the individual is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by imprisonment for not more than 93 days or a fine of not more than $500.00 or both. The court shall order the individual’s license to carry a concealed pistol revoked.
(Ord. No. 109-J-3, § 4, 1-4-10)

Sec. 62-287. – Possession of firearms in a weapon free school zone.
(a) Except as provided in subsection (b), an individual who possesses a firearm in a weapon free school zone is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by imprisonment for not more than 93 days, a fine of not more than $500.00 or both.
(b) Subsection (a) does not apply to any of the following:
(1) An individual employed by or contracted by a school if the possession of that firearm is to provide security services for the school.
(2) A peace officer.
(3) An individual licensed by this state or another state to carry a concealed weapon.
(4) An individual who possesses a weapon provided by a school or a school’s instructor on school property for purposes of providing or receiving instruction in the use of that weapon.
(5) An individual who possesses a firearm on school property if that possession is with the permission of the school’s principal or an agent of the school designated by the school’s principal or the school board.
(6) An individual who is 18 years of age or older who is not a student at the school and who possesses a firearm on school property while transporting a student to or from the school if any of the following apply:
a. The individual is carrying an antique firearm, completely unloaded, in a wrapper or container in the trunk of a vehicle while en route to or from a hunting or target shooting area or function involving the exhibition, demonstration or sale of antique firearms.
b. The individual is carrying a firearm unloaded in a wrapper or container in the trunk of the person’s vehicle, while in possession of a valid Michigan hunting license or proof of valid membership in an organization having shooting range facilities, and while en route to or from a hunting or target shooting area.
c. The person is carrying a firearm unloaded in a wrapper or container in the trunk of the person’s vehicle from the place of purchase to his or her home or place of business or to a place of repair or back to his or her home or place of business, or in moving goods from one place of abode or business to another place of abode or business.
d. The person is carrying an unloaded firearm in the passenger compartment of a vehicle that does not have a trunk, if the person is otherwise complying with the requirements of subsection b. or c. and the wrapper or container is not readily accessible to the occupants of the vehicle.
(Ord. No. 109-J-3, § 5, 1-4-10)

Sec. 62-288. – Possession of concealed firearms by an intoxicated person.
(a) No person shall carry, have in possession or under control, or use in any manner or discharge a firearm under any of the following circumstances:
(1) The individual is under the influence of alcoholic liquor, a controlled substance, or a combination of alcoholic liquor and a controlled substance.
(2) The individual has an alcohol content of 0.08 or more grams per 100 milliliters of blood, per 210 liters of breath, or per 67 milliliters of urine.
(3) Because of the consumption of alcoholic liquor, a controlled substance, or a combination of alcoholic liquor and a controlled substance, the individual’s ability to use a firearm is visibly impaired.
(Ord. No. 109-J-3, § 6, 1-4-10)

Sec. 62-289. – Transportation of firearms.
(a) Except as otherwise permitted by law, a person shall not transport or possess in or upon a motor vehicle or any self-propelled vehicle designed for land travel a firearm, other than a pistol, unless the firearm is unloaded and is 1 or more of the following:
(1) Taken down.
(2) Enclosed in a case.
(3) Carried in the trunk of the vehicle.
(4) Inaccessible from the interior of the vehicle.
(b) Except as otherwise permitted by law, no person shall transport or have in his possession in any motor vehicle any pistol or facsimile of a firearm unless:
(1) It is unloaded in both the barrel and the magazine; and
(2) It is in a closed case designed for the storage of firearms in the trunk of the vehicle, or if the vehicle has no trunk, in a place not readily accessible to the occupants of the vehicle.
(Ord. No. 109-J-3, § 7, 1-4-10)

Sec. 62-290. – Carrying a dangerous weapon with unlawful intent.
No person shall, with intent to use the same unlawfully against the person of another, go armed with a pistol or other firearm or dagger, dirk, razor, stiletto, or knife having a blade over three inches in length, or any other dangerous or deadly weapon or instrument.
(Ord. No. 109-J-3, § 8, 1-4-10)

Sec. 62-291. – Confiscation.
All weapons, firearms, facsimiles of firearms, slingshots, bows and arrows, guns, pistols, rifles, shotguns, pellet guns, BB guns, starter pistols and any other weapon, device or object used, carried or in the possession of any person contrary to the provisions of sections 62-282 to 62-290, inclusive, shall be subject to confiscation by the police department. Such confiscated items are hereby declared to be forfeited to the city unless, within 60 days after final disposition of the original violation, a court of competent jurisdiction orders that the items so confiscated shall be returned to the rightful owner. Upon expiration of this 60-day period, the confiscated items may be destroyed in such manner as determined by the chief of police.
(Ord. No. 109-J-3, § 9, 1-4-10)

WILLIAMSTON, MICHIGAN – Air Gun Laws and Ordinances

ARTICLE IV. OFFENSES INVOLVING PUBLIC SAFETY – Williamston, Michigan – Code of Ordinances
Sec. 34-91. – Firearms and air guns.
A person is responsible for a civil infraction if he shall discharge, or cause to be discharged, any gun, rifle, pistol, pellet gun, or BB gun, within the limits of the city, provided that permission to so discharge a gun, rifle, pistol, pellet gun or BB gun may, upon proper application, be granted by the chief of police upon a showing that public peace and public safety will not be endangered. However, land which is zoned agricultural shall be considered for hunting on a yearly basis (to be reviewed October 1) by property owners and the council.
(Ord. No. 101, § 1(c), 8-7-1961; Ord. No. 181, § 1, 11-9-1981; Ord. No. 259, § 2, 3-23-1998)

Charter Township of WINDSOR, MICHIGAN – Air Gun Laws and Ordinances

No listed air-gun ordinances.

WIXOM, MICHIGAN – Air Gun Laws and Ordinances

Chapter 9.40 FIREARMS Wixom, Michigan Code of Ordinances
Chapter 12.12 CITY PARK AND RECREATION AREA USE REGULATIONS Wixom, Michigan Code of Ordinances
12.12.070 Firearms, weapons, tools.
It is unlawful for any person to bring into or have in his possession in any park or recreation area:
A. Any pistol or revolver or objects upon which loaded or blank cartridges may be used. Official starters, at authorized track and field events, are excepted from this restriction;
B. Any burglar tools;
C. Any rifle, shotgun, BB gun, air gun, spring gun, slingshot, bow, or other weapon in which propelling force is gunpowder, a spring, string, or air.
(Ord. 127 § 7, 1983)

WOODHAVEN, MICHIGAN – Air Gun Laws and Ordinances

DIVISION 2. FIREARMS, KNIVES AND DANGEROUS INSTRUMENTS – Woodhaven, Michigan – Code of Ordinances
Sec. 66-442. – Air rifles; pistols; slingshots.
It shall be unlawful for any person to sell or offer for sale, use, operate or discharge any BB gun, air rifle, toy pistol, slingshot, catapult or any other toy shooting apparatus, gun or implement that might result in damage or destruction of life or property in the limits of the city.
(Code 1974, § 11½-15)

WYANDOTTE, MICHIGAN – Air Gun Laws and Ordinances

No listed air-gun ordinances.

WYOMING, MICHIGAN – Air Gun Laws and Ordinances

No listed air-gun ordinances.

YANKEE SPRINGS TOWNSHIP BARRY COUNTY, MICHIGAN – Air Gun Laws and Ordinances

No listed air-gun ordinances.

YPSILANTI, MICHIGAN – Air Gun Laws and Ordinances

DIVISION 2. WEAPONS, EXPLOSIVES AND FIREWORKS Ypsilanti, Michigan Code of Ordinances
Sec. 74-126. Definitions
Replica or facsimile of a firearm means any device or object which is a replica, facsimile, imitation or toy version of any firearm, including but not limited to toy guns, movie or stage props, starter pistols, inoperative firearms, models, replicas or any other device designed or used to imitate a firearm and is a substantial duplication of an actual firearm.
Weapon means any air pistol of less than .17 caliber, air rifle, slingshot, crossbow, bow, Molotov cocktail, fire bomb or bomb, knife having a blade three inches in length or longer, shurikins (throwing stars) and nunchaku, not including antique guns not in operating condition.
(Code 1983, § 9.221; Ord. No. 1146, § 1, 2-15-2011)

Sec. 74-127. Possession of weapons in public places.
No person shall have any weapon in his possession in any public place, with the following exceptions:
(1) A law enforcement officer of any governmental unit may have a weapon in his possession to the extent that such possession is required for the performance of his lawful duties.
(2) A person may have a weapon in his possession when in connection with a regularly scheduled educational, recreational or training program under adequate supervision; provided, that the transporting of weapons to and from such location shall be under the requirements of subsection (5) of this section.
(3) An established dealer in weapons or repairman of weapons may have weapons in his possession in his place of business for the purposes of making lawful sale or repair of such weapons.
(4) The proprietor of a place of business, or his duly authorized agent, may have a weapon in his possession in such place of business for purposes of protecting such place of business.
(5) A person may have a weapon in his possession for purposes of transporting such weapon to any location where it may lawfully be possessed under this division; provided, that when being so transported, such weapon shall be encased and, in the case of guns, shall be unloaded.
(Code 1983, § 9.222; Ord. No. 1146, § 1, 2-15-2011)

Sec. 74-128. Possession of explosives in public places.
No person shall have any explosive, including Molotov cocktails, the possession of which requires a permit under the fire prevention code of the city, without such permit having been obtained.
(Code 1983, § 9.223)

Sec. 74-129. Sale or transfer of explosives.
No person shall knowingly sell or transfer any explosive, the possession of which requires a permit under the fire prevention code of the city, to a person who fails to display to the seller or transferor a valid permit issued to the buyer or transferee. Such seller or transferor shall keep a written record of all sales and transfers of explosives, whether or not a permit is required for the possession of such explosives, including the names and addresses of buyers and transferees, the dates of sale or transfer and the quantities of explosives involved.
(Code 1983, § 9.224)

Sec. 74-131. Discharge of weapons.
No person shall discharge any weapon within the city, except in connection with a regularly scheduled educational, recreational or training program under adequate supervision, including therein instruction in the use of weapons, a police department range, in connection with the performance of lawful duties of law enforcement or in connection with the protection of persons or property as provided by state law.
(Code 1983, § 9.226)

Sec. 74-132. Unlawful use of replica or facsimile of firearm.
(a) Unlawful display of replica, toy or imitation gun. It shall be unlawful for any person to brandish, aim, point or exhibit to any other person a replica or facsimile of a firearm in such a manner as to frighten, threaten, harass, panic or annoy any other person.
(b) Unlawful to carry or possess imitation gun in motor vehicle. It shall be unlawful for any person to carry or possess, whether concealed or displayed, in a motor vehicle in an area of the vehicle accessible to the occupants thereof, a replica or facsimile of a firearm with intent to brandish, use, aim or point such firearm to frighten, panic, threaten, harass or annoy any other person. Carrying or concealing of any such firearm under or near the driver’s seat, glove box or dashboard shall be a prima facie rebuttable inference of such intent.
(c) Unlawful to brandish replica or facsimile of firearm in presence of police officer, firefighter or emergency medical technician. No person shall draw, exhibit or brandish a replica or facsimile of a firearm in the presence of a police officer, firefighter, medical emergency technician or paramedic is engaged in the performance of his duties and the person committing such brandishing knows or has reason to know that such police officer, firefighter, medical emergency technician or paramedic is engaged in the performance of his duties.
(Code 1983, § 9.227)

ZEELAND, MICHIGAN – Air Gun Laws and Ordinances

DIVISION 2. BOW AND ARROW, SLINGSHOT AND AIR GUN – Zeeland, Michigan – Code of Ordinances
Sec. 28-257. – Shooting generally.
No person shall use, draw or shoot any slingshot or bow and arrow within the city.
(Code 1974, § 15-3; Ord. No. 193, § 3)

Sec. 28-258. – Possession by minor.
No minor under the age of 18 years shall use or have in his possession within the city a bow and arrow, slingshot or air gun, which is hereby defined to be any gun which shoots a projectile either by means of air pressure or spring. Any police officer shall have authority and it shall be his duty to confiscate any bow and arrow, slingshot or air gun found in the possession of such minor.
(Code 1974, § 15-4; Ord. No. 193, § 4)

Sec. 28-259. – Duty of parents of minor.
No parent or guardian of any minor in his charge or custody shall knowingly permit such minor to use or have in his possession any bow and arrow, slingshot or air gun.
(Code 1974, § 15-5; Ord. No. 193, § 5)

Sec. 28-260. – Sale or distribution to minors.
No person shall sell, offer for sale or give away for distribution any bow and arrow, slingshot or air gun to any minor under the age of 18 years.
(Code 1974, § 15-6; Ord. No. 193, § 6)

Zilwaukee, MICHIGAN – Air Gun Laws and Ordinances

No listed air-gun ordinances.

Disclaimer

These rules and regulations were compiled to the best of my ability. The information on this article should not constitute as legal advice. Always check with your local jurisdiction for the final ruling.