(2) 'Dangerous weapon' means an explosive or a firearm.(3) 'Explosive' means dynamite, or any explosive compound of which nitroglycerin forms a part, or fulminate in bulk or dry condition, or blasting caps, or detonating fuses, or blasting powder or any other similar explosive. The term does not include a firearm or ammunition therefor or any components of ammunition for a firearm, including primers, smokeless powder, or black gunpowder. (4) 'Federally licensed firearms dealer' means a licensed importer, licensed manufacturer, or licensed dealer required to conduct national instant criminal background checks under 18 U.S.C. § 922(t). (5) 'Firearm' shall have the same meaning as in subsection 4017(d) of this title.(6) 'Law enforcement agency' means the Vermont State Police, a municipal police department, or a sheriff’s department. (7) 'Household members' means persons who are living together, are sharing occupancy of a dwelling, are engaged in a sexual relationship, or minors or adults who are dating. 'Dating' means a social relationship of a romantic nature. sons who are living together, are sharing occupancy of a dwelling, are engaged in a sexual relationship, or minors or adults who are dating. 'Dating' means a social relationship of a romantic nature. Factors that the court may consider when determining whether a dating relationship exists include: (A) the nature of the relationship;(B) the length of time the relationship has existed; and(C) the frequency of interaction between the parties. (Added 2017, No. 97 (Adj. Sess.), § 1, eff. April 11, 2018; amended 2023, No. 45, § 4, eff. July 1, 2023.)
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