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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 the defensive use of certain electronic devices. Public Safety and Homeland Security.
AI Summary
This bill repeals several sections of Chapter 123 of the Acts of 2018, including the definition of "stun gun" and provisions related to the regulation of electronic defensive devices. The bill legalizes the possession, purchase, and use of electronic dart guns and electronic stun guns for defensive purposes by individuals aged 21 and older or 18 and older, respectively, who are not prohibited persons. It also establishes penalties for the unlawful purchase, possession, or sale of these devices. The bill provides exemptions for law enforcement officers and certain suppliers of these devices.
Committee Categories
Justice
Sponsors (8)
Colleen Garry (D)*,
David DeCoste (R),
Susan Gifford (R),
Joe McKenna (R),
Dave Muradian (R),
Matt Muratore (R),
Norm Orrall (R),
Dave Robertson (D),
Last Action
Accompanied a study order, see H5190 (on 09/08/2022)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/192/H2466 |
| Bill | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/192/H2466.pdf |
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