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MS SB2885

Bill

Status

Failed

1/31/2023

Primary Sponsor

Melanie Sojourner

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Origin

Senate

2023 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Amends Mississippi Code Section 97-37-31 to legalize possession of firearm suppressors manufactured, purchased, and possessed within Mississippi without a federal tax stamp.

  • Defines "suppressor" using the term "silencer" as defined in 18 U.S.C. Section 921.

  • Maintains existing prohibition on manufacture, sale, or possession of suppressors by persons or entities not authorized under federal law.

  • Retains criminal penalties of up to $500 fine and/or 30 days in county jail for violations of the suppressor restrictions.

  • Takes effect July 1, 2023.

Legislative Description

Firearm suppressor; legalize intrastate manufacture and possession of.

Last Action

Died In Committee

1/31/2023

Committee Referrals

Judiciary, Division B1/16/2023

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