§ 32-21. Definitions.

The following words, terms and phrases, when used in this article, shall have the meanings ascribed to them in this section, except where the context clearly indicates a different meaning:

Firearm means a gun, handgun, rifle, or any other device designed, made or adapted to expel a projectile through a barrel by using explosive energy generated by an explosion or burning substance or any device readily convertible to that use.

Licensee means a person licensed by the state to carry a handgun.

Premises means a building or any portion thereof, and parking lots and grounds adjacent thereto, including interior sidewalks, owned, leased, occupied or controlled by the city, including, not by way of limitation: administrative buildings, animal control buildings, city hall, fire stations, museums, police buildings, recreational centers, service center buildings, warehouses, parks, swimming pools, and utility system buildings; provided, however, the term "premises" shall not include public streets or sidewalks.

(Ord. No. 546, § 1(d), 1-15-1996)

State law reference

Firearm defined, V.T.C.A., Penal Code § 46.01.