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AZ HB2193

Bill

Status

Introduced

1/23/2023

Primary Sponsor

Jennifer Longdon

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Origin

House of Representatives

Fifty-sixth Legislature - First Regular Session (2023)

AI Summary

  • Raises the age restriction for firearm possession from under 18 years to under 21 years of age for minors carrying firearms in public places without adult supervision.

  • Creates exceptions allowing persons aged 14-20 to possess firearms when engaged in lawful hunting, shooting events, marksmanship practice, agricultural activities, or lawful firearm transportation.

  • Allows persons aged 18-20 who are active members of the U.S. armed forces (including Arizona National Guard) to possess and be sold firearms without parental consent.

  • Changes penalties for violations to apply to persons under 21 years of age, including fines up to $250-$500 and potential driver license suspension until age 21.

  • Does not apply retroactively to persons who were at least 18 years of age on the bill's effective date.

Legislative Description

Underage persons; possession; ownership; firearms

Firearms

Last Action

House read second time

1/24/2023

Committee Referrals

Rules1/23/2023
Judiciary1/23/2023

Full Bill Text

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