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FL H0627

Bill

Status

Failed

3/14/2020

Primary Sponsor

Carlos Smith

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Origin

House of Representatives

2020 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Prohibits the sale, transfer, and possession of assault weapons and large-capacity magazines (defined as ammunition feeding devices holding more than 10 rounds), with violations classified as felonies carrying mandatory minimum prison sentences of 1-6 years depending on the offense

  • Requires owners who lawfully possessed assault weapons or large-capacity magazines before October 1, 2020 to apply for a certificate of possession by October 1, 2021, including background check and registration of weapon details with the Department of Law Enforcement

  • Exempts law enforcement agencies, military forces, and the Department of Corrections from the prohibitions when weapons are used in official duties

  • Restricts registered assault weapons to specific locations including owner's residence, licensed shooting ranges, and firearms exhibitions, with transportation requirements mandating weapons be unloaded and stored in trunks or inaccessible containers

  • Establishes enhanced criminal penalties of 15-25 years minimum imprisonment for committing certain felonies (murder, robbery, kidnapping, etc.) while possessing an assault weapon or large-capacity magazine

Legislative Description

Assault Weapons and Large-capacity Magazines

Last Action

Died in Criminal Justice Subcommittee

3/14/2020

Committee Referrals

Criminal Justice Subcommittee11/25/2019

Full Bill Text

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