§ 28-42. Unlawful use of laser pointing devices.

(a)

For purposes of this section, "laser pointing device" is defined as any hand-held device which emits light amplified by the stimulated emission of radiation which is visible to the human eye.

(b)

It shall be unlawful for any person, intentionally and without good cause, to focus, point or shine the beam of a laser pointing device directly or indirectly into the eyes or eye of another person or into the eyes or eye of an animal; or to focus, point or shine the beam of a laser pointing device in such a manner as to harass or annoy or injury another person or an animal.

(c)

Violation of the provisions of this section shall constitute a Class 4 misdemeanor.

(Ord. No. 5253-99)

State Law reference— Pointing laser at law enforcement officer, Code of Virginia, § 18.2-57.01.

(Ord. No. 5253-99)

State law reference

Pointing laser at law enforcement officer, Code of Virginia, § 18.2-57.01.