Due to the density of the population in the Borough of Monaca, it is
necessary that the use of firearms be regulated for the protection of the
public health and safety and that the unauthorized discharge of firearms be
prohibited.
As used in this chapter, the following terms shall have the meanings
indicated:
FIREARM
Includes but is not limited to any gun, shotgun, rifle, handgun,
pistol, pellet gun, BB gun, crossbow, bow and arrow, slingshot or any other
device which impels a projectile through the use of force.
Except as herein provided, it shall be unlawful to fire or discharge
any firearm within the Borough of Monaca.
The careless, reckless or improper use of any firearm tending to imperil
or cause danger or harm to personal security or to endanger the property of
any person within the Borough of Monaca is prohibited.
Any person or persons discharging a firearm in violation of any of the
provisions of this chapter shall be subject to a fine of not more than $600
or, in default thereof, may be sentenced to no more than 30 days in the Beaver
County Jail. Each days' continued violation shall constitute a separate
offense.
Legible signs giving public notice of this chapter shall be posted at
or near the public highways at the boundaries of the Borough of Monaca.