The following words, terms and phrases, when used in this chapter, shall have the meanings ascribed to them in this section, except where the context clearly indicates a different meaning:
"Emergency" means an unforeseen combination of circumstances or the resulting state that calls for immediate action. The term includes, but is not limited to, a fire, natural disaster, or automobile accident, or any situation requiring immediate action to prevent serious bodily injury or loss of life.
"Guardian" means a person who, under court order, is the guardian of the person of a minor or a public or private agency with whom a minor has been placed by an authorized agency or court; or at least 21 years of age and authorized by a parent or guardian to have the care and custody of a minor.
"Insufficient control" means failure to exercise reasonable care and diligence in the supervision of the juvenile.
"Minor" means any person under eighteen years of age.
"Parent" means a person who is a natural parent, adoptive parent or step-parent of the minor.
(Ord. 1397.09.03 § 3 (part), 1997)