Charleston County Tightens Firearm Use Restrictions in Unincorporated Areas

Charleston County tightens firearm use restrictions in unincorporated areas

CHARLESTON COUNTY, S.C. (WCBD) -- Charleston County Council gave final approval Tuesday to an ordinance tightening firearm restrictions in unincorporated areas of the county. The ordinance, aimed at curbing the negligent discharge of guns near homes and buildings, was unanimously passed on its third reading during the county council's meeting on Oct. 14, without further discussion. A call for changes was initiated by residents of a West Ashley n…

Charleston County outlaws negligent use of firearms

After complaints from members of a church about hearing gunshots next door, Charleston County Council passed an ordinance outlawing the negligent discharge of guns to improve public safety.