No.
you throw it at something
Human + Weapon = Sword, Crossbow
the Gastraphetes is the smallest ancient crossbow. it was invented by the Romans and was 1 foot long.
It depends who shoots it
You can, but they're too long. Crossbow bolts are shorter and easier to carry.
How long does it take to work
There are 3D targets that are specifically build and designed to take hits from a crossbow.
Crossbow or archery? If crossbow, I think 14+, and if archery- as young as 6 (starting age)
Yes, as long as they are off of parole/probation. Illinois law does not consider a crossbow as a firearm.
Crossbows load bolts into the center, which are pulled back by a winch. This eliminates the drawback of draw-weights. The crossbow is fired by a trigger.
long bow