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IN SB0263
Bill
AI Summary
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Raises the minimum age to purchase "regulated weapons" from 18 to 21 years old in Indiana, effective July 1, 2019
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Defines "regulated weapon" as a semiautomatic, centerfire rifle with a detachable or internal magazine plus at least one feature: pistol grip, thumb hole stock, folding/telescoping stock, bayonet/grenade launcher mount, flash suppressor, or forward pistol grip
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Knowingly or intentionally selling, trading, or transferring a regulated weapon to someone under 21 constitutes a Level 6 felony
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Provides a defense if the seller reasonably believed the buyer was at least 21 years old at the time of the transaction
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Exempts transfers that comply with existing Indiana law governing children and firearms (IC 35-47-10)
Legislative Description
Minimum age to purchase assault weapons. Defines the term "regulated weapon". Prohibits the: (1) sale; (2) trade; or (3) transfer; of a regulated weapon to a person less than 21 years of age. Provides that a dealer or person who knowingly or intentionally: (1) sells; (2) trades; or (3) transfers; a regulated weapon to a person less than 21 years of age commits a Level 6 felony. Provides certain defenses.
Last Action
First reading: referred to Committee on Judiciary
1/3/2019