Saratoga Springs City Council makes it illegal to possess a firearm while intoxicated in a public space, plus other penalties

Updated 8/4/23

The two main highlights make it illegal to possess a firearm while intoxicated in a public space and it outlines penalties for each firearm discharge. Under the newly amended ordinance each shot would be subjected to a fine, that would range from $250 to $2,500.  The penalty for carry a firearm in a public space while intoxicated would be $250 or up to 15 days in jail.  The amendment passed with a 3 to 2 vote.

Montagnino and Kim voted in favor of the bill, along with Commissioner of Finance Minita Sanghvi. Moran and Golub voted against the bill.