§ 9.16.040. Weapons declared a nuisance.

A.

Any dangerous or deadly weapon described and used in violation of this chapter, upon conviction of the defendant or upon a juvenile court finding that an offense which would have been a violation under this chapter if committed by an adult was committed or attempted by a juvenile, is declared to be a nuisance and the same shall be surrendered to the chief of police, and shall be destroyed or otherwise disposed of, as provided by the provisions of California Penal Code Section 12028 unless otherwise ordered by the court.

B.

No stolen, lawful weapon shall be destroyed pursuant to this chapter unless reasonable notice is given to its lawful owner, if his or her identity and address can reasonably be ascertained, and the lawful owner has the opportunity for the return of their property.

(Ord. 461 § 7 (part), 1997)