For the purpose of this subchapter, the following definitions shall apply unless the context clearly indicates or requires a different meaning.
CRIMINAL ACT. An act which violates the statutes of the United States, the statutes of the State of Missouri, or the ordinances of the city, including curfew and moving traffic violations.
GUARDIAN. Guardian appointed by a court of competent jurisdiction.
MINOR. Any person under the age of 17.
PARENT. The natural father or mother, or the adoptive father or mother.
PARENTAL NEGLECT. Any act or omission by which a parent fails to exercise customary and effective control over a minor so as to contribute to, cause, or tend to cause a minor to commit any criminal act.
(Prior Code, § 210.480)