There is hope after all :lol: "
There is currently an onerous noise ordinance being proposed by Culpeper County.
In a nutshell the ordinance:
* makes it unlawful to generate a loud noise after 6 PM. That is NOT a type-o! 6 PM. SIX PM.
* makes it a serious Class 2 misdemeanor, with fines of up to $1,000 and no first-time warning, instead of a civil fine with a first-time warning.
THE GOOD NEWS IS THAT SHOOTING AND HUNTING ARE EXEMPTED **CURRENTLY**.
The onerous parts of that ordinance are not really in VCDL’s bailiwick since shooting and hunting are exempted. BUT, if the hunting/shooting exemptions are removed, it would be disastrous for gun owners. Hunt or shoot after 6 PM and get arrested, a criminal record, and fined. We are going to hedge our bets by also asking the hours be extended to at least 9 PM and that it remains a Class 4 misdemeanor, with only a warning required for a first offense.