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MO HB1426

Bill

Status

Introduced

1/19/2012

Primary Sponsor

Michele Kratky

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Origin

House of Representatives

2012 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Adds new subdivision (11) to the unlawful use of weapons statute making it illegal to possess a firearm while knowingly possessing controlled substances sufficient for a felony violation under section 195.202

  • Maintains existing unlawful use of weapons prohibitions including concealed carrying, discharging firearms in certain locations, and carrying weapons into schools, churches, and government buildings

  • Provides exemptions for law enforcement, military, judicial officers, and other specified officials when actions are reasonably associated with their official duties

  • Establishes penalties ranging from class A misdemeanor to class A felony depending on the specific violation, with enhanced sentences for repeat and persistent offenders

  • Allows concealed carry permit holders to carry firearms in locations otherwise prohibited under subdivisions (1), (8), and (10) of the statute

Legislative Description

Specifies that a person commits the crime of unlawful use of weapons if he or she possesses a firearm while also knowingly in possession of a specified amount of a controlled substance

Last Action

Public Hearing Completed (H)

3/26/2012

Committee Referrals

Crime Prevention And Public Safety2/14/2012

Full Bill Text

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