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AR15.COM
11/6/2016 12:15:52 AM EDT
Hey everyone. I'm thinking on picking up my first crossbow (any recommendations) and wanted to know the legality of target shooting in my back yard. I am central north west Scottsdale. I know guns are a no go but how about bows?

Jon
11/6/2016 12:40:55 AM EDT
[#1]
Varies by city ordinance. Ps not sure if you plan to hunt with it, but unless you're disabled it's a no go for Az.
11/6/2016 12:50:05 AM EDT
[#2]
Nice to know about not being able to hunt with a crossbow. Thank you for that information.

Jon
11/6/2016 12:49:30 PM EDT
[#3]
Looks like you're fine. Just make sure you know where the bolts land. I am not a lawyer though https://www.municode.com/library/az/scottsdale/codes/code_of_ordinances?nodeId=REVISED_CODEVO1_CH19OFIS&searchText=

Sec. 19-7. - Discharge of weapons.
(a)
No person shall, within the city limits, fire or discharge any firearm, including but not limited to an air gun, BB gun, pellet gun, dart gun, gas operated gun or other similar gun or instrument. This section does not apply to the use of any such gun or instrument by:
(1)
A law enforcement officer or other duly authorized public official or employee in the performance of any official duty.
(2)
Licensed shooting galleries.
(3)
Any person to whom a license, permit or authority is issued by the chief of police for the use of such gun or instrument for a valid and proper purpose and for use in a manner not likely to harm any person, animal or property.