§ 2-21-112. 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:

Consent form. A legally binding form designed by the sheriff's office in accordance with Section 316.008(6), Florida Statutes (1989), signed by the owner(s) of the motor vehicle enrolled in the program. Once signed, the consent form will be kept on file with the county sheriff's office and serve as written authorization to stop the motor vehicle designated on the form between the hours of 1:00 a.m. and 5:00 a.m.

Decal. An adhesive yellow decal approved by the county sheriff's office in accordance with the provisions of Section 316.008(6), Florida Statutes (1989), for the purpose of posting in the bottom left corner of the back window of a motor vehicle to indicate owner consent for a traffic stop in accordance with the requirements of the program.

Law Enforcement Officer. Any person who is elected, appointed or employed by any municipality or the state or any political subdivision thereof; who is invested with authority to bear arms and make arrests; and whose primary responsibility is the prevention and detection of crime or the enforcement of the panel, criminal, traffic or highway laws of the state.

Motor vehicle. The term "motor vehicle" shall have the same meaning as defined in Section 316.003(21), Florida Statutes (1989).

Owner. The term "owner" shall have the same meaning as defined in section 316.003(26) Florida Statutes (1989).

(Ord. No. 91-72, § 2, 10-15-91)