§ 131.01 DEFINITIONS.

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

   BOAT. Every description of watercraft used or capable of being used as a means of transportation on water.

   JUNKED BOAT. Any boat that is rusted, wrecked, partially dismantled, inoperable or abandoned, whether attended to or not.

   JUNKED VEHICLE. A vehicle that is self-propelled and:

      (1)   Does not have lawfully attached to it:

         (a)   An unexpired license plate;

         (b)   A valid motor vehicle inspection certificate;

         (c)   A valid motor vehicle registration sticker.

      (2)   Is wrecked, dismantled or partially dismantled or discarded;

      (3)   Is inoperable and has remained inoperable for more than seventy-two consecutive hours, if the vehicle is on public property, or thirty consecutive days if the vehicle is on private property.

   MOTOR VEHICLE. Any motor vehicle subject to registration pursuant to the Texas Certificate of Title Act.

   TRAILER. Any device which has no independent power mechanism of its own, but which can be attached to a vehicle.

(Ord. 2015-2, passed 5-21-2015)