As used in this chapter:

(1) “Firearm” means a device from which is expelled a projectile by action of an explosive.

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Terms Used In Utah Code 53-5b-103

  • Firearm: means a device from which is expelled a projectile by action of an explosive. See Utah Code 53-5b-103
  • Firearm accessory: means an item that is used in conjunction with or mounted upon a firearm, firearm action, or firearm receiver but is not essential to the basic function of a firearm, including:
         (2)(a) a telescopic or laser sight;
         (2)(b) a magazine;
         (2)(c) a flash or sound suppressor;
         (2)(d) a folding or aftermarket stock or grip;
         (2)(e) a speed-loader;
         (2)(f) an ammunition carrier; and
         (2)(g) a light for target illumination. See Utah Code 53-5b-103
  • Process: means a writ or summons issued in the course of a judicial proceeding. See Utah Code 68-3-12.5
(2) “Firearm accessory” means an item that is used in conjunction with or mounted upon a firearm, firearm action, or firearm receiver but is not essential to the basic function of a firearm, including:

     (2)(a) a telescopic or laser sight;
     (2)(b) a magazine;
     (2)(c) a flash or sound suppressor;
     (2)(d) a folding or aftermarket stock or grip;
     (2)(e) a speed-loader;
     (2)(f) an ammunition carrier; and
     (2)(g) a light for target illumination.
(3) “Generic and insignificant parts:”

     (3)(a) means parts that have other manufacturing or consumer product applications; and
     (3)(b) includes:

          (3)(b)(i) springs;
          (3)(b)(ii) screws;
          (3)(b)(iii) nuts; and
          (3)(b)(iv) pins.
(4) “Manufactured” means creating a firearm, a firearm action or receiver, a firearm accessory, or ammunition from basic materials for functional usefulness, including:

     (4)(a) forging;
     (4)(b) casting;
     (4)(c) machining; and
     (4)(d) another process for working materials.