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Is it legal to discharge a firearm (aka shoot a gun) in the City?: Sec. 40.05.07 of the City Code makes it unlawful for any person to discharge (shoot) any rifles, shotguns, revolvers, pistols, guns, air guns, BB guns, or firearms of any kind within the City limits except by authorization of the Council. This includes any air gun, including handguns, capable of propelling a pellet or other projectile from the barrel of such gun by non-explosive means, such as compressed air, CO₂, or other gas.

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1. When do they test the early warning system sirens?: The early warning alarm system sirens are tested on the first Saturday of each month at about 12:00 noon unless severe weather is imminent.

2. What is the curfew in Windsor Heights?

The City has curfews for certain public places, such as parks. The parks are open:

Sunday - Thursday

5 a.m. to - 11 p.m.

Friday & Saturday

5 a.m. - Midnight

The city Greenbelt Trail is available for 24-hour usage.

3. When can I be fingerprinted?: The Windsor Heights Police Department currently does not offer public fingerprinting. This service has been temporarily suspended due to the Covid-19 pandemic.

4. Is it legal to discharge a firearm (aka shoot a gun) in the City?: Sec. 40.05.07 of the City Code makes it unlawful for any person to discharge (shoot) any rifles, shotguns, revolvers, pistols, guns, air guns, BB guns, or firearms of any kind within the City limits except by authorization of the Council. This includes any air gun, including handguns, capable of propelling a pellet or other projectile from the barrel of such gun by non-explosive means, such as compressed air, CO₂, or other gas.

5. How do I know if my child has to wear a seat belt or sit in a car seat when riding in a vehicle?

You should adhere to the following laws:

Children must ride in an appropriate rear-facing safety seat until one year of age and at least 20 pounds.
Children must ride in a child safety seat or booster seat through the age of 5. (Seats must be used in accordance with manufacturer’s directions.)
Children must be in a booster seat or seat belt between the ages of 6 and 11, regardless of their seating position within a vehicle.
Rear seat occupants up to age 18 must be secured by a safety belt.

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