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MS HB1044

Bill

Status

Failed

2/5/2013

Primary Sponsor

Deborah Butler Dixon

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Origin

House of Representatives

2013 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Prohibits law enforcement officers from carrying service weapons issued by their employer while off duty and outside the scope of employment
  • Establishes a misdemeanor penalty with a maximum fine of $1,000 for violations
  • Allows officers to carry personal weapons in a manner authorized by law
  • Exempts conduct otherwise authorized under Section 17-25-11
  • Effective date: July 1, 2013

Legislative Description

Law enforcement officers; prohibit from carrying service weapon while off duty.

Last Action

Died In Committee

2/5/2013

Committee Referrals

Judiciary B1/21/2013

Full Bill Text

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