Penal Code Title 10 Chapter 46: Weapons Definitions

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How is a 'zip gun' defined according to the text?

A device made commercially for personal protection

A device originally designed as a firearm

A device adapted to expel a projectile using energy from an explosion (correct)

A device that creates a loud noise when triggered

What does a 'location-restricted knife' refer to based on the text?

A knife with a blade over five and one-half inches (correct)

A knife with a blade under five and one-half inches

A knife incapable of inflicting serious injury

A knife used for self-defense purposes only

What does the term 'hoax bomb' refer to based on the text?

A device designed to cause alarm without resembling a bomb

An explosive device used for demolition

A device that appears to be an explosive or incendiary device (correct)

A device used for safely disposing of bombs

Which of the following is considered a 'club' according to the definitions provided?

Blackjack Signup and view all the answers

What is the principal purpose of an 'explosive weapon' according to the definitions?

To inflict serious bodily injury or death Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT considered an 'explosive weapon' as defined in the text?

Firecracker Signup and view all the answers

What characteristic distinguishes a 'firearm' from other devices according to the definitions given?

Projectile propulsion through chemical explosion Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following devices is specifically NOT included in the definition of 'club' in the text?

Nunchucks Signup and view all the answers

What is the definition of a 'machine gun' as per the text?

A firearm capable of automatic fire without manual reloading Signup and view all the answers

What characterizes 'short-barrel firearms' based on the text?

Firearms with an overall length of less than 26 inches Signup and view all the answers

What constitutes 'armor-piercing ammunition'?

Ammunition designed for penetrating metal or body armor Signup and view all the answers

What defines a 'hoax bomb' as per the text?

A device that appears explosive or incendiary Signup and view all the answers

What does a 'chemical dispensing device' refer to based on the definitions provided?

A device for dispensing harmful substances causing adverse effects Signup and view all the answers

What falls under the category of 'tire deflation devices' according to the text?

Devices impeding vehicle movement by puncturing tires Signup and view all the answers

Penal Code Title 10 Chapter 46: Weapons Definitions

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