Alabama Code (Last Updated: November 28, 2014) |
Title13A CRIMINAL CODE. |
Chapter9. FORGERY AND FRAUDULENT PRACTICES. |
Article1. Forgery and Related Offenses. |
§13A-9-16. Unlawfully using slugs - Definitions.
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The following definitions apply to Section 13A-9-17:
(1) COIN MACHINE. A coin box, turnstile, vending machine or other mechanical or electronic device or receptacle designed:
a. To receive a coin or bill of a certain denomination or a token made for the purpose; and
b. In return for the insertion or deposit thereof, automatically to offer, provide, assist in providing or permit the acquisition of property or a public or private service.
(2) SLUG. A metallic or other object or article which by virtue of its size, shape or any other quality is capable of being inserted, deposited or otherwise used in a coin machine as an improper but effective substitute for a genuine coin, bill or token.