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MO HB1968
Bill
Status
3/22/2012
Primary Sponsor
Mark Parkinson
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AI Summary
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Increases minimum sign size for private property off-limits to concealed firearms from 11 inches by 14 inches to 55 inches by 70 inches, with lettering increased from 1 inch to 5 inches minimum.
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Applies to private property owners, business lessees, managers, and organizations who wish to prohibit concealed carry endorsement holders from carrying firearms on their premises.
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Permits employers to prohibit employees from carrying concealed firearms on employer property and in employer-owned vehicles.
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Maintains that possession of firearms in vehicles on posted premises is not a criminal offense as long as firearms remain in the vehicle and are not brandished.
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Establishes citation and penalty structure for violations: first offense up to $100; second offense within six months results in up to $200 fine and one-year endorsement suspension; third offense within one year results in up to $500 fine and three-year revocation of concealed carry endorsement.
Legislative Description
Increases the size requirements for a sign posting private property as off-limits to concealed firearms
Last Action
Referred: General Laws (H)
4/18/2012