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MA H1441
Increasing penalties for discharging a firearm into a dwelling, residence, or structure where persons reside
summary
Introduced
01/22/2019
01/22/2019
In Committee
01/22/2019
01/22/2019
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2020
12/31/2020
Introduced Session
191st General Court
Bill Summary
Relative to penalties for discharging firearms in residential dwellings. The Judiciary.
AI Summary
This bill increases the penalties for discharging a firearm into a dwelling, residence, or structure where persons reside, even if the structure is unoccupied at the time. It imposes a maximum sentence of five years in state prison or two and a half years in a local jail or house of correction. The bill also includes a similar provision for discharging a firearm into a public park, playground, school, or other educational facility, with the same penalties. The bill provides exceptions for the lawful defense of life and property, as well as for law enforcement officers acting in the course of their duties.
Committee Categories
Justice
Sponsors (6)
Joseph Boncore (D),
Russell Holmes (D),
Mike Rush (D),
Danny Ryan (D),
Angelo Scaccia (D),
Bud Williams (D),
Last Action
Accompanied a study order, see H5081 (on 11/12/2020)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1441 |
| Bill | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1441.pdf |
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