For the purpose of this chapter, the following definitions shall apply unless the context clearly indicates or requires a different meaning. When not inconsistent with the context, words used in the present tense include the future, words in the plural number include the singular number, and words in the singular number, the plural number. The word “shall” is always mandatory and not merely directory.
BOROUGH. The Borough of Tatamy.
CUSTODIAN. Any person over the age of 18 who is in loco parentis to a juvenile.
GUARDIAN. Any person other than a parent, who has legal guardianship of a minor.
MINOR. Any person under the age of 18.
PARENT. The natural or adoptive parent of a minor.
PUBLIC PLACE. Any street, alley, highway, sidewalk, park, playground or place to which the general public has access and a right to resort for business, entertainment or other lawful purpose. A PUBLIC PLACE shall include, but not be limited to, any store, shop, restaurant, tavern, bowling alley, café, theater, drug store, pool room, shopping center and any other place devoted to amusement or entertainment of the general public. It shall also include the front or immediate area of the above.
(Ord. 115-1980, passed 9-2-1980)