§ 131.02 DEFINITIONS.

   For the purpose of this chapter, the following definitions shall apply unless the context clearly indicates or requires a different meaning.

   LOITER.

      (1)   The obstruction of free and unhampered passage of pedestrians or vehicles on the public streets, sidewalks and public places within the town;

      (2)   Interfering with any person lawfully on the premises by obstructing passage; and/or

      (3)   Refusing to move on when so requested by a peace officer when the peace officer reasonably makes the request to preserve or to promote public peace and order.

   LOUNGE.

      (1)   To sit or lie down in any place not upon a chair, bench, seat or other place provided for sitting or lying down; or

      (2)   To sit or lie down in any place on public property provided for waiting when the person so sitting or lying down is not legitimately waiting for the person or service for which the place is provided.

   PUBLIC PROPERTY. Land or property that is open to access by the public, whether publicly or privately owned.

(1998 Code, § 9-3)