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AZ SB1393
Bill
Status
1/31/2024
Primary Sponsor
Lela Alston
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AI Summary
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Creates a new felony offense for failing to secure a firearm when a minor gains access to it, requiring reasonable precautions such as locked storage or trigger locks.
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Establishes five affirmative defenses including supervised use for hunting or sporting purposes, lawful self-defense, trespassing to obtain the firearm, agricultural use, and activities listed in section 13-3111.
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Applies a seven-day arrest delay for family members when a minor's access to a firearm results in death or serious injury to the minor.
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Classifies the offense as a class 6 felony, but elevates it to a class 4 felony if the minor discharges the firearm causing death or serious physical injury to any person.
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Defines "minor" as a person under seventeen years of age and "readily dischargeable firearm" as a firearm loaded with ammunition.
Legislative Description
Unlawful securing of firearms; minors
Firearms
Last Action
Senate read second time
2/1/2024