§ 14-4-1. Definitions.  


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  • For the purpose of this Ordinance, the following words and terms shall be interpreted as follows:

    Martial Arts Weapons. Any object, device or instrument designed to inflict injury upon persons used in connection with the practice of a system of self-defense such as karate kung-fu or other so-called martial art, including, but not limited to, nunchaku and throwing star.

    Minor. A person under the age of eighteen (18) years.

    Nunchaku. Also known as nun chucks, an instrument consisting of two or more sticks, clubs, bars or rods to be used as handles, connected with the practice of a system of self-defense such as karate, kung-fu or other so-called martial art.

    Other Public Place. Any place to which the public has access.

    Throwing Star. Also known as shuriken or Chinese throwing star, a device usually circular or star-shaped with sharpened or pointed projections, in the design of a weapon used in connection with the practice of a system of self-defense such as karate, kung-fu or other so-called martial art.