### Question
How is the "minor" defined?


### Answer
The term **minor** is defined in *34 U.S.C. § 21502* as follows -

> an individual who has not attained the age of 18 years

#### Citation:
  - *34 U.S.C. § 21502*
  - Heading: **Subtitle II-Protection of Children and Other Persons > CHAPTER 215-ADVANCED NOTIFICATION OF TRAVELING SEX OFFENDERS**

