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IL SB0089

Bill

Status

Failed

1/13/2021

Primary Sponsor

Julie Morrison

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Origin

Senate

101st General Assembly

AI Summary

  • Requires all firearms sold or transferred in Illinois by federally licensed dealers or private sellers to include or be accompanied by a firearm safety device at the time of sale

  • Defines "firearm safety device" as a tamper-resistant integrated design feature or attachable accessory that prevents discharge without access to a key, combination, or other safety mechanism (excludes standard safety catches)

  • Directs the Department of State Police to adopt rules establishing specific approved firearm safety devices or minimum standards for effective devices

  • Allows exemption if the purchaser bought an approved safety device within 30 days prior, presents the device and original receipt to the dealer, and the dealer verifies and maintains records

  • Establishes penalties of a Class C misdemeanor with a minimum $1,000 fine for first violations, and Class A misdemeanor for second or subsequent violations

Legislative Description

CRIM CD-FIREARM SAFETY DEVICES

Last Action

Session Sine Die

1/13/2021

Committee Referrals

Assignments3/28/2019
Firearms3/5/2019
Judiciary1/30/2019
Assignments1/23/2019

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