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MS HB1598
Bill
Status
Failed
2/3/2026
Primary Sponsor
Kevin Felsher
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AI Summary
- Minors under 18 adjudicated delinquent two or more times for misdemeanor firearm possession may now be committed to Oakley Training School (Oakley Youth Development Center), expanding eligibility beyond just felony offenses
- Children under age 12 remain prohibited from commitment to state training school regardless of offense type
- Training school may retain custody of committed youth until their 20th birthday, with release decisions made by the superintendent in consultation with treatment teams
- Existing law prohibits minors under 18 from possessing handguns, with exceptions for hunter safety courses, target practice, organized competitions, licensed hunting, and possession on an adult's property with permission
- Effective date is July 1, 2026
Legislative Description
Firearm possession by minors; authorize Oakley Training School.
Last Action
Died In Committee
2/3/2026
Committee Referrals
Judiciary B1/19/2026
Full Bill Text
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