For the purpose of this subchapter the following definitions shall apply unless the context clearly indicates or requires a different meaning.
"LEGAL GUARDIAN." The person appointed guardian or given custody of a minor by the Circuit Court of the state, but does not include a person appointed guardian or given custody of a minor under the Juvenile Court Act.
"MINOR." A person who is under the age of 18 years and is not judicially emancipated or married.
"EMERGENCY." An unforeseen combination of circumstances or the resulting state that calls for immediate action to prevent serious bodily injury or loss of life. The term "EMERGENCY" includes, but is not limited to, a fire, natural disaster, and automobile accident.
(Ord. 614, passed 4-19-78; Am. Ord. 04-0134, passed 3-17-04; Am. Ord. 09-0793, passed 10-21-09; Am. Ord. 16-1314, passed 9-7-16)