For the purpose of this chapter, the following definitions shall apply unless the context clearly indicates or requires a different meaning.
DEADLY WEAPON.
(1) A loaded or unloaded firearm; or
(2) Weapon, device, taser as defined by I.C. 35-47-8-3, equipment, chemical substance (excluding mace), knife or explosives or other material that in the manner it is used, could ordinarily be used or is intended to be used, is readily capable of causing serious bodily injury.
FIREARM. Any weapon which is capable of or designed to or that may be readily converted to expel a projectile by means of explosion.
(Ord. 1996-3, passed 5-6-1996)