§ 15-44. Definitions.  


Latest version.
  • When used in this article the following words and phrases shall have the meanings ascribed to them as set out in this section:

    Air gun. The term "air gun" means any gun (rifle or pistol) by whatever name known which is designed to expel a projectile by the action of compressed air or gas, or by the action of a spring or elastic, but does not mean a firearm.

    Minor. The term "minor" means any person under the age of eighteen (18) years.

    Slingshot. The term "slingshot" means any Y or U-shaped instrument, or other instrument, by which a stone or pellet is shot through the air by a spring, an elastic or other nonexplosive force.

(Code 1956, § 24-51)