§ 599.01. Definitions.

As used in this Chapter, the following terms shall have the meanings indicated:

1.

"Hands-free" shall mean the manner in which a wireless handset is operated for the purpose of composing, reading or sending text messages, by using an internal feature or function, or through an attachment or addition, including but not limited to an ear piece, head set, remote microphone or short-range wireless connection, thereby allowing the user to operate said device without the use of hands.

2.

"Inoperability" shall mean a motor vehicle that is incapable of being operated or being operated in a safe and prudent manner due to mechanical failure, including but not limited to, engine overheating or tire failure.

3.

"Motor vehicle" shall mean any vehicle that is self-propelled by a motor, including but not limited to, automobiles, trucks, vans, construction vehicles, etc.

4.

"Person" shall mean any natural person, corporation, unincorporated association, firm, partnership, joint venture, joint stock association or other entity or business organization of any kind.

5.

"Stopped" shall mean not in motion.

6.

"Text message", also referred to as short messaging service (SMS), shall mean the process by which users send, read or receive messages on a wireless handset, including but not limited to, text messages, instant messages, electronic messages or e-mails, in order to communicate with any person or device.

7.

"Use" shall mean to hold a wireless handset in one's hand.

8.

"Wireless handset" shall mean a portable electronic or computing device, including cellular telephones and personal digital assistants (PDAs), capable of transmitting data in the form of a text message.

(L.L. No. 12-2008, § 1)