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Arizona’s firearms laws are few and generally liberal. The following specific restrictions apply:
Concealed Weapons
No person may carry a concealed weapon (gun, knife, numchuks, etc.) other than a peace officer, unless he or she has been licensed through the Department of Public Safety. However, a person may carry a weapon in plain view except where prohibited by local ordinances. “Shop Owners” may refuse to allow a person with a weapon on their premises or may require the individual to surrender the weapon while on their premises.
Discharge of Guns
The discharge of a gun may violate a variety of laws, such as discharge across a highway, within ¼ mile of a residence, or in the direction of another person or persons. Most cities and towns have local ordinances against discharge in their respective jurisdictions.
In all cases where production includes the discharge of a weapon, it is necessary to contact the local police department to determine the state/local laws applicable in the jurisdiction.
Explosives
Arizona does not require the equivalent of the State of California’s “Blaster’s Card”, which licenses an individual to detonate explosive charges. However, licensed explosive and pyrotechnic personnel should always be prepared to provide a copy of their California license. Local jurisdictions MAY require a fireworks/pyrotechnic card as issued by the Phoenix Fire Department. In all circumstances, a production company anticipating the use of explosives must contact the local Fire Chief, Fire Marshall and/or the State Fire Marshall for a permit to detonate explosive devices.
Arizona enforces the Uniform Fire Code, 1994 Edition through the State Fire Marshall’s office, and the Code of Federal Regulations, Part 49 that governs the transportation of explosives through the Department of Public Safety/Arizona Highway Patrol.
Contact the State Fire Marshall to determine what local jurisdictions may apply, which appropriate permits may be necessary and for any additional information.
Duane Pell, State Fire Marshall
99 East Virginia, Suite 100
Phoenix, AZ 85004
602 255-4964 Office
602 255-4961 Fax |