MS HB1429

Expands the definition of deadly weapons that convicted felons are prohibited from possessing to include lock-blade knives, machetes, and any knife or bladed instrument with a blade longer than three (3) inches.

Adds a general reference to "any other deadly weapon" to the existing list of prohibited items (firearms, bowie knives, dirks, butcher knives, switchblades, metallic knuckles, blackjacks, and firearm silencers).

Maintains existing exceptions allowing possession if the convicted felon has received a pardon, federal relief from disability under 18 U.S.C. § 925(c), or a state certificate of rehabilitation.

Keeps penalties for violating the statute as a felony conviction with a fine up to $5,000 and/or imprisonment of one (1) to ten (10) years.

Takes effect July 1, 2012.