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Current as of January 02, 2024 | Updated by Findlaw Staff
Sec. 4. (a) “Destructive device” means:
(1) an explosive, incendiary, or overpressure device that is configured as a:
(A) bomb;
(B) grenade;
(C) rocket with a propellant charge of more than four (4) ounces;
(D) missile having an explosive or incendiary charge of more than one- quarter ( 1/4 ) ounce;
(E) mine;
(F) Molotov cocktail; or
(G) device that is substantially similar to an item described in clauses (A) through (F);
(2) a type of weapon that may be readily converted to expel a projectile by the action of an explosive or other propellant through a barrel that has a bore diameter of more than one-half ( 1/2 ) inch; or
(3) a combination of parts designed or intended for use in the conversion of a device into a destructive device.
(b) The term does not include the following:
(1) A pistol, rifle, shotgun, or weapon suitable for sporting or personal safety purposes or ammunition.
(2) A device that is neither designed nor redesigned for use as a weapon.
(3) A device that, although originally designed for use as a weapon, is redesigned for use as a signaling, pyrotechnic, line throwing, safety, or similar device.
(4) A surplus military ordnance sold, loaned, or given by authority of the appropriate official of the United States Department of Defense.
Cite this article: FindLaw.com - Indiana Code Title 35. Criminal Law and Procedure § 35-47.5-2-4 - last updated January 02, 2024 | https://codes.findlaw.com/in/title-35-criminal-law-and-procedure/in-code-sect-35-47-5-2-4/
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