Tenn. Comp. R. & Regs. 0780-05-02-.02 - DEFINITIONS

(1) As used in this chapter, unless the context otherwise requires, the definitions of terms contained in §62-35-102 of the Act are applicable.

(2) The following definitions are also applicable in these rules.

(a) "Baton" means a club, nightstick, or baton that is designed and manufacture for use by a law enforcement officer or security guard/officer.

(b) "Chemical spray" means a chemical composition housed in a hand held dispenser that is designed and manufactured for the purpose of self defense.

(c) "Stun gun" means a hand-held device designed and manufactured for self defense which emits an electrical spark which may momentarily disable a person.

Notes

Tenn. Comp. R. & Regs. 0780-05-02-.02

Original rule filed November 17, 1987; effective January 1, 1988. Amendment filed January 30, 1997; effective April 15, 1997.

Authority: T.C.A. § 62-35-129.