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Introduced
01/17/2023
01/17/2023
In Committee
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
03/18/2023
03/18/2023
Introduced Session
2023 Regular Session
Bill Summary
Possession Of Semiautomatic Firearm Converter
AI Summary
This bill prohibits individuals from knowingly possessing or transferring a "semiautomatic firearm converter," which is a device that can increase the rate of fire of a semiautomatic firearm to simulate the rate of fire of an automatic firearm. The bill provides exceptions for individuals performing official duties on behalf of the state, political subdivisions, or the armed forces of the United States. Violations of this law would be punishable as a fourth-degree felony. The bill also appropriates $1.5 million from the general fund to the Department of Public Safety for enforcement and related expenses, and includes severability and emergency clauses.
Committee Categories
Justice
Sponsors (3)
Last Action
House Judiciary Committee (13:30:00 2/10/2023 Room 309) (on 02/10/2023)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.nmlegis.gov/Legislation/Legislation?chamber=H&legtype=B&legno=72&year=23 |
| BillText | https://www.nmlegis.gov/Sessions/23%20Regular/bills/house/HB0072.pdf |
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