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MS HB926
Bill
Status
2/2/2021
Primary Sponsor
Cedric Burnett
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AI Summary
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Allows persons convicted of nonviolent felonies to possess and use firearms, knives (bowie, dirk, butcher, switchblade), metallic knuckles, blackjacks, or silencers for defense of their home or motor vehicle
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Requires the person to prove they reside in the home or own the motor vehicle where the weapon is located to qualify for this exception
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Maintains existing prohibition on weapon possession by violent felons unless they receive a pardon, federal relief from disability, or state certificate of rehabilitation
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Violations remain a felony punishable by up to $5,000 fine, 1-10 years imprisonment, or both
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Effective date: July 1, 2021
Legislative Description
Firearms and weapons; authorize nonviolent felons to possess and use in defense of residence or.
Last Action
Died In Committee
2/2/2021