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MS HB2

Bill

Status

Passed

3/4/2013

Primary Sponsor

Andy Gipson

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Origin

House of Representatives

2013 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Clarifies that "concealed" means hidden or obscured from common observation and explicitly excludes weapons carried in visible holsters, sheaths, or cases that are wholly or partially visible.

  • Allows persons aged 18-20 who are military members or veterans with valid Mississippi identification to obtain concealed carry licenses, in addition to the standard age requirement of 21 and older.

  • Requires applicants under age 21 to submit a profile photograph instead of a full-face photograph as part of the concealed carry license application process.

  • Removes language prohibiting open and unconcealed carrying of stun guns or deadly weapons, effectively allowing open carry of certain weapons outside of the concealed carry licensing requirement.

  • Modifies penalties and definitions in concealed weapons statutes to align with the new definition of "concealed" and clarifies which weapons fall under concealed carry regulations.

Legislative Description

Weapons; clarify definition of concealed.

Last Action

Approved by Governor

3/4/2013

Committee Referrals

Wildlife, Fisheries and Parks2/13/2013
Judiciary B1/8/2013

Full Bill Text

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