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Introduced
03/29/2021
03/29/2021
In Committee
03/29/2021
03/29/2021
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2022
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)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/192/H1570 |
| Bill | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/192/H1570.pdf |
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