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PA HB785

PA HB785
In minors, providing for the offense of access to firearms by minors; and imposing penalties.


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Introduced
03/08/2021
In Committee
03/08/2021
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
11/30/2022

Introduced Session

2021-2022 Regular Session

Bill Summary

An Act amending Title 18 (Crimes and Offenses) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in minors, providing for the offense of access to firearms by minors; and imposing penalties.

AI Summary

This bill amends Title 18 (Crimes and Offenses) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes to create a new section, 6302.1, which establishes requirements for the storage of firearms to prevent access by minors. The bill imposes penalties for violations, ranging from a summary offense for a first offense to a third-degree misdemeanor or third-degree felony for subsequent or more serious offenses. The bill also requires firearm retailers to post a notice about the new law and mandates fingerprinting and background checks for individuals charged with the summary offense to determine if it is a first or subsequent violation.

Committee Categories

Justice

Sponsors (22)

Last Action

Referred to JUDICIARY (on 03/08/2021)

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