For the purpose of this chapter, the following definitions shall apply unless the context clearly indicates or requires a different meaning.
CONSENT. Actual authorization by a parent or legal guardian or silent acquiescence by a parent or legal guardian having knowledge.
EMANCIPATED MINOR. One whose parent or legal guardian has renounced his or her right to the care, custody, and earnings of said person.
KNOWLEDGE. Need not be actual knowledge of the exact location of the minor in question, rather it may be imputed from the knowledge that: the minor is not at home; that the minor has an ultimate destination; and that the minor may make a diversionary trip on his or her way to or from the ultimate destination.
MINOR. Anyone under the age of 17 years. It does not include anyone under the age 17 years who is legally married. An “emancipated minor” is not included in the term MINOR.
(Ord. 88-25, passed 5-25-1988)