§ 76-10-1216. Distribution of motion picture films -- Definitions.

     As used in this act:

(1) "Exhibit" means to show in a public place or in a place where the public is admitted, whether or not an admission fee is charged.

(2) "Distributor" means any person from which a film is acquired by sale, lease, loan, or any other means, directly or indirectly, for the purpose of exhibiting it in this state or elsewhere but shall not include any person whose function with respect to any film is limited to the transportation or storage thereof.

(3) "Film" means what is usually known as a motion picture film and which is intended to be shown commercially for profit by devices of any kind whatsoever.

(4) "Person" includes a natural person, firm, association, partnership, or corporation.

(5) "Public place" includes any place to which admission is gained by payment of a membership or admission fee, however designated, notwithstanding it is designated as a private club or by words of like import.

Enacted by Chapter 92, 1977 General Session