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MA H1662
Increasing penalties for discharging a firearm into a dwelling, residence, or structure where persons reside
summary
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 discharging firearms in residential dwellings. The Judiciary.
AI Summary
This bill increases the penalties for discharging a firearm that strikes a dwelling, residence, or structure where people reside, as well as public locations like parks, playgrounds, schools, and universities. The new penalties include imprisonment in state prison for up to 5 years or in a jail or house of correction for up to 2.5 years. The bill provides exceptions for lawful defense of life and property and for law enforcement officers acting in the line of duty.
Committee Categories
Justice
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Accompanied H1803 (on 02/28/2022)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/192/H1662 |
| Bill | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/192/H1662.pdf |
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