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Pitt County commissioners approve first reading of ordinance aimed at shootings near populated neighborhoods, 5-4
Summary
After public comment both opposing and supporting tighter firearms restrictions, the Pitt County Board of Commissioners voted 5-4 on first reading to accept a proposed ordinance addressing shooting near populated neighborhoods.
The Pitt County Board of Commissioners voted 5-4 on March 10 to accept the proposed ordinance aimed at restricting shooting in or near populated neighborhoods, moving the measure past its first reading.
Supporters said the ordinance is intended to reduce accidental and stray gunfire near homes; opponents called it unnecessary or legally problematic. The vote followed a lengthy public-comment period in which residents and advocacy organizations urged different courses of action.
During public comment, Pitt County resident…
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