For the purpose of this chapter, the following definitions shall apply unless the context clearly indicates, or requires, a different meaning.
OFFENSE. Whenever used in this code or in any title, chapter, section, or ordinance of the town means the unlawful act of doing, or failing to do, some particular act or thing construed therein to be detrimental to the general welfare, morals, peace, health, or safety of the inhabitants of the town.
(Prior Code, § 10-103)
VIOLATION. The doing of any of the acts or things prohibited, or failing to do any of the acts or things commanded to be done, as more fully specified and set forth by any provision of this code or any title, chapter, or section hereof, or future ordinances of the town, is hereby declared to be an offense against the good order, public peace, morals, health, proper government, and welfare of the town and unlawful.
(Prior Code, § 10-104)