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MA H1570

MA H1570
Relative to noise reduction devices


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Introduced
03/29/2021
In Committee
03/29/2021
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2022

Introduced Session

192nd General Court

Bill Summary

Relative to penalties for the possession of silencers or firearm noise reduction devices. The Judiciary.

AI Summary

This bill amends Massachusetts law to establish penalties for the possession of firearm suppressors or noise reduction devices. The bill defines "firearm suppressor" or "firearm noise reduction device" as any device that muffles or diminishes the report of a portable firearm, including any parts intended for assembling or fabricating such a device. Under the bill, possession of these devices is punishable by up to 10 years in state prison or 2.5 years in jail for certain prohibited persons, such as those engaged in violent crimes, felonies, domestic violence, or drug-related offenses.

Committee Categories

Justice

Sponsors (1)

Last Action

Accompanied a study order, see H4844 (on 06/09/2022)

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