Definitions for graffiti-related terms

For the purposes of this article, the following definitions apply unless the context clearly indicates or requires a different meaning. Adult. A natural person other than a minor. Glass Cutter. A metal tool or instrument equipped with a blade or a sharp edge to cut, score, or grind glass. Graffiti Implement. Any of the following implements capable of marking or scarring or being used to mark or scar a glass, metal, concrete, wood, plastic, or other solid surface to create graffiti, as that term is defined in § 40-6.1 : spray paint, wide-tipped markers, glass cutters, paint sticks, or spray actuators. Minor. A natural person below the age of 18 years. Paint Stick. Any device containing a solid form of paint capable of being applied to a surface by pressure, and upon application leaving a mark at least 1/16 of an inch in width. Person. Has the same meaning as defined in § 40-1.1 . Spray Actuator ( also known as a “Spray Tip,” “Nozzle,” or “Button”). An object which is capable of being attached to an aerosol paint container for the purpose of spraying the substance contained therein. Spray Paint. Paint contained in an aerosol container. Wide-Tipped Marker. Any marker, pen, or similar implement which contains a fluid which cannot be removed with water after it dries and which has a tip, point, brush, applicator or other writing surface which, at its broadest, is 0.25 inch or greater in width.