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MO HB392

Bill

Status

Introduced

1/31/2013

Primary Sponsor

Michele Kratky

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Origin

House of Representatives

2013 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Adds new crime to unlawful use of weapons (Section 571.030): commits felony offense while in possession of an otherwise lawfully concealed firearm, regardless of whether firearm was used in commission of felony.

  • Establishes automatic suspension of concealed carry endorsement upon filing of indictment or information charging holder with the new felony possession crime, with immediate court order and notice to endorsement holder.

  • Requires permanent revocation of concealed carry endorsement upon plea of guilty or finding of guilt for felony committed while possessing firearm; endorsement suspended until charge dismissed or holder found not guilty.

  • Maintains existing concealed carry endorsement framework: issued by county sheriff for three-year validity periods to applicants meeting eligibility requirements, including firearms safety training completion and background check approval.

  • Specifies that persons convicted of felony while in possession of firearm are permanently ineligible to apply for future concealed carry endorsements under Section 571.101.

Legislative Description

Revises the crime of unlawful use of weapons and requires the revocation of a concealed carry endorsement if the holder pleads guilty or is found guilty of a felony while in the possession of a firearm

Last Action

Referred: General Laws(H)

2/18/2013

Committee Referrals

General Laws2/18/2013

Full Bill Text

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