Deadly weapon

{
  "id": "MLC-T-LAW-001474",
  "term": "Deadly weapon",
  "field": "Law",
  "definition": "An object that is inherently dangerous and capable of causing death or serious bodily injury, or an object that is used in a manner likely to cause such harm. This classification depends on the item's design, its intended use, or how it is actually employed in a specific incident. Many jurisdictions define specific items, such as firearms or certain knives, as per se deadly weapons.",
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/law/deadly-weapon/"
}