(a) Definitions. The following definitions shall be applicable in this Section:
(1) Laser. Any laser pen, laser pointer, laser-style flashlight, or laser units of the following types: A helium neon (HeNe) laser which operates at wa
velength of 832.SnMe with a mandated power limit of 5mW. Said lasers are considered a Class 2 laser with the potential for eye injury, or a diode laser which typically operates at a wavelength of 670 nMe (although other model specifications are possible) with a power source providing SmW. Said lasers are considered Class 3a lasers, with the potential for eye injury.
(2) Direct Supervision.
Means that the parent or legal guardian must be in such a position as to be able to visually monitor and physically control the behavior of the minor in question.
(b) Prohibited Conduct.
(1) Prohibited Laser Use.
It shall be unlawful for any person, to focus, point or shine a laser beam directly or indirectly on another person or animal in such a manner as is intended to harass, intimidate, threaten or annoy said person or animal. Sworn law enforcement officers, while working in their legal capacity, are exempt from the provisions of this Section.
(2) Possession by Juveniles.
a. It shall be unlawful for any person under the age of eighteen (18) years of age to do the following:
1. Purchase or attempt to purchase any laser.
2. Possess, except under the direct supervision of said minor's parent or legal guardian, any laser.
3. Falsely represent his/her age for the purpose of receiving any laser.
b. No person shall sell, give or otherwise transfer a laser unit to any person under the age of eighteen (18) who is not under the direct supervision of their parent or guardian at the time of transfer.
c. A person shall not be in violation of this Subsection if his/her possession of a laser pointing device is necessary for his/her employment, trade or occupation, and it is necessary for the pointer to be carried on his/her person while engaged in such work.