Chapter 7.22
WEAPONS

Sections:

7.22.010    Definitions.

7.22.020    Prohibited upon premises where alcoholic beverages are dispensed.

7.22.030    Applicability.

7.22.040    Violation—Penalty.

7.22.010 Definitions.

“Deadly weapon” shall be defined to include but not be limited to any instrument known as a blackjack, slingshot, billy, sand club, sand bag, metal knuckles, any dirk, dagger, pistol, revolver, or any other firearm, any knife having a blade longer than the length of four or more inches, any razor with an unguarded blade, and any metal pipe or bar used or intended to be used as a club, and any explosive. (Res. 79-35 (part), 3/13/79: Res. 80-129 § 2, 10/14/80).

7.22.020 Prohibited upon premises where alcoholic beverages are dispensed.

It is unlawful for any person to carry a deadly weapon into or upon any premises within the county limits of the county of Chelan licensed by the Washington State Liquor Control Board to dispense liquor for consumption on the premises. It shall be immaterial whether the person has upon his person a license to carry a concealed weapon. (Res. 79-35 (part), 3/13/79: Res. 80-129 § 2, 10/14/80).

7.22.030 Applicability.

This chapter shall not apply to or affect the following persons:

(a)    The proprietor of the premises, or his or her employee while on duty;

(b)    Any peace officer with jurisdiction within the unincorporated area of Chelan County while carrying out his duties;

(c)    Any person making or assisting in making a lawful arrest for the commission of a felony at the time of carrying said deadly weapon;

(d)    Any person within the restaurant area of a licensed premises where the consumption of liquor is incidental to the consumption of complete meals by the public;

(e)    Any person within the lobby, recreational or residence areas of hotels and motels. (Res. 79-35 (part), 3/13/79: Res. 80-129 § 3, 10/14/80).

7.22.040 Violation—Penalty.

Any person violating any provision of this chapter shall be guilty of a misdemeanor. (Res. 79-35 (part), 3/13/79: Res. 80-129 § 4, 10/14/80).