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MI HB6003

Bill

Status

Introduced

10/19/2016

Primary Sponsor

Robert Wittenberg

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Origin

House of Representatives

98th Legislature

AI Summary

  • Prohibits possessing an imitation firearm in a public place, including BB guns, toy guns, and replicas that resemble real firearms in coloration and appearance.

  • Prohibits removing, disguising, or altering the colored markings required on imitation firearms under state or federal law.

  • Prohibits adding or installing required colored markings on a firearm in a way that makes it look like an imitation firearm.

  • Violation is a misdemeanor punishable by up to 93 days imprisonment or a fine of up to $1,000, or both.

  • Exempts manufacturers, importers, and distributors of imitation firearms, as well as lawful use in motion pictures, television, theatrical productions, and other entertainment.

Legislative Description

Crimes; weapons; possessing an imitation firearm in a public place or altering an imitation firearm; prohibit, and provide penalties. Amends 1931 PA 328 (MCL 750.1 - 750.568) by adding sec. 225.

Weapons: firearms

Last Action

Bill Electronically Reproduced 10/19/2016

11/9/2016

Committee Referrals

Criminal Justice10/19/2016

Full Bill Text

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