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TX HB197

TX HB197
Relating to creating a criminal offense for the unlawful possession or transfer of a large-capacity magazine.


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Introduced
11/14/2022
In Committee
02/23/2023
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
05/29/2023

Introduced Session

88th Legislature Regular Session

Bill Summary

Relating to creating a criminal offense for the unlawful possession or transfer of a large-capacity magazine.

AI Summary

This bill creates a new criminal offense for the unlawful possession or transfer of a "large-capacity magazine," which is defined as a detachable ammunition feeding device that can hold more than 10 rounds. The offense is a Class A misdemeanor, with exceptions for law enforcement officers and members of the armed forces or state military forces in the course of their official duties. The bill also provides that the new offense can be prosecuted in addition to any other applicable offenses. The bill takes effect on September 1, 2023.

Committee Categories

Military Affairs and Security

Sponsors (1)

Last Action

Referred to Community Safety, Select (on 02/23/2023)

Taxonomy

Law, Crime, and Family Issues
  • ‐ Firearms and Gun Control

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