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PA HB1587
PA HB1587In assault, providing for arrests of previously convicted persons possessing firearms in a subsequent offense; and, in sentencing, providing for sentences for previously convicted persons possessing firearms in a subsequent offense.
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Introduced
06/10/2021
06/10/2021
In Committee
09/15/2021
09/15/2021
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
11/30/2022
11/30/2022
Introduced Session
2021-2022 Regular Session
Bill Summary
An Act amending Titles 18 (Crimes and Offenses) and 42 (Judiciary and Judicial Procedure) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in assault, providing for arrests of previously convicted persons possessing firearms in a subsequent offense; and, in sentencing, providing for sentences for previously convicted persons possessing firearms in a subsequent offense.
AI Summary
This bill amends Pennsylvania's Crimes and Offenses and Judiciary and Judicial Procedure statutes to provide for the arrest and sentencing of previously convicted persons who possess firearms in a subsequent offense. Specifically, it requires arresting officers to bring such individuals before an issuing authority, who must consider whether the person poses a threat to public safety in determining bail conditions. The bill also mandates minimum sentences for convicted individuals based on their prior criminal history and the nature of the subsequent offense involving a firearm. Important terms include "crime of violence," "serious bodily injury," and various sections of the Pennsylvania Crimes Code related to firearms possession and other criminal offenses.
Committee Categories
Justice
Sponsors (18)
Amen Brown (D)*,
Aaron Bernstine (R),
Rosemary Brown (R),
Frank Burns (D),
Torren Ecker (R),
Seth Grove (R),
Doyle Heffley (R),
Rich Irvin (R),
Rob Kauffman (R),
Ed Neilson (D),
Eric Nelson (R),
Jason Ortitay (R),
Jim Rigby (R),
David Rowe (R),
Stan Saylor (R),
W. Todd Stephens (R),
Martina White (R),
Craig Williams (R),
Last Action
Removed from table (on 09/12/2022)
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