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VT H0422
VT H0422An act relating to removal of firearms from a person arrested or cited for domestic assault
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Introduced
02/23/2017
02/23/2017
In Committee
03/29/2018
03/29/2018
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Signed/Enacted/Adopted
04/11/2018
04/11/2018
Introduced Session
2017-2018 Session
Bill Summary
An act relating to removal of firearms from a person arrested or cited for domestic assault
AI Summary
This bill allows law enforcement officers to remove firearms from a person who is arrested or cited for domestic assault. The bill provides specific procedures for the removal, storage, and return of the firearms, and it protects law enforcement agencies from liability related to the removal, storage, and transport of the firearms. The bill also requires the person cited for domestic assault to be arraigned on the next business day, and the state's attorney to request conditions of release, which may include a prohibition on possessing firearms. The bill is intended to protect the safety of the officer, the alleged victim, and their family members.
Committee Categories
Justice
Sponsors (10)
Maxine Grad (D)*,
Kevin Christie (D),
Brian Cina (D),
Sarah Copeland-Hanzas (D),
David Deen (D),
Johannah Donovan (D),
Helen Head (D),
Jean O'Sullivan (D),
George Till (D),
Maida Townsend (D),
Last Action
House message: Governor approved bill on April 11, 2018 (on 04/11/2018)
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