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AZ SB1588
Bill
Status
2/1/2011
Primary Sponsor
Steve Gallardo
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AI Summary
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Amends Arizona Revised Statutes section 13-3102 to add a new prohibition against carrying a deadly weapon in state buildings, including the house of representatives wing and senate wing of the state capitol building, unless specifically authorized by law.
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The new prohibition is classified as a class 1 misdemeanor offense, consistent with similar weapons prohibitions in polling places and public establishments.
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Provides exemptions to the state building weapons prohibition for peace officers, military personnel, correctional officers, and persons specifically licensed or permitted by state or federal statute.
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Applies the same temporary custody provisions allowing law enforcement officers to take temporary possession of firearms during contacts with persons.
Legislative Description
Misconduct involving weapons; state buildings
Last Action
Referred to Senate JUD Committee
2/2/2011