Arizona § 17-601 - Definition of outdoor shooting range
Full text of Arizona Arizona Revised Statutes § 17-601 — Definition of outdoor shooting range, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 17-601. Definition of outdoor shooting range
In this article, unless the context otherwise requires, "outdoor shooting range" or "range" means a permanently located and improved area that is designed and operated for the use of rifles, shotguns, pistols, silhouettes, skeet, trap, black powder or any other similar sport shooting in an outdoor environment. Outdoor shooting range does not include:
1. Any area for the exclusive use of archery or air guns.
2. A totally enclosed facility that is designed to offer a totally controlled shooting environment that includes impenetrable walls, floor and ceiling, adequate ventilation, lighting systems and acoustical treatment for sound attenuation suitable for the range's approved use.
3. Any area that is used for shooting on a private lot or parcel of land that is not open to the public on a commercial or membership basis.
Source: official Arizona text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Arizona § 17-601
What does Arizona Revised Statutes § 17-601 cover?
Section 17-601 ("Definition of outdoor shooting range") is part of the Arizona Revised Statutes, the codified statutory law of Arizona. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Arizona § 17-601?
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Is this the official text of Arizona law?
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