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MS SB2407

Bill

Status

Failed

1/31/2023

Primary Sponsor

Sollie Norwood

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Origin

Senate

2023 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Prohibits minors from purchasing firearms, handguns, ammunition, or armor piercing ammunition in Mississippi.

  • Makes it unlawful for any person to sell firearms, handguns, ammunition, or armor piercing ammunition to a minor.

  • Defines key terms including "firearm," "handgun," "ammunition," and "armor piercing ammunition" with specific technical specifications.

  • Establishes criminal penalties: minors violating the act face a misdemeanor charge with fines up to $200 or up to 30 days imprisonment; persons 21 years or older face a felony charge with fines up to $2,000 or up to 2 years in the Department of Corrections, or both.

  • Effective July 1, 2023.

Legislative Description

Responsible Firearm Purchasing Act; enact.

Last Action

Died In Committee

1/31/2023

Committee Referrals

Judiciary, Division B1/16/2023

Full Bill Text

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