Bill > SB428

This bill amends the Unfair Practices Act in New Mexico to include additional definitions and provisions related to firearms, destructive devices, and online marketplaces. The key provisions are: 1. It defines "destructive device," "firearm," "online marketplace," "seller," and "third-party seller" for the purposes of the Act. 2. It prohibits the manufacture, advertising, distribution, or sale of firearms, destructive devices, firearm parts, or firearm accessories that violate New Mexico or federal law. 3. It holds online marketplaces jointly and severally liable for violations of the Act by third-party sellers on their platforms. 4. It increases the potential civil penalties for violations involving firearms, destructive devices, etc. up to $250,000 per violation. 5. It requires online marketplaces to provide information about third-party sellers upon request in lawsuits brought under the Act. 6. It clarifies that the Act does not apply to publishers, broadcasters, etc. who disseminate information without knowledge of its deceptive or unconscionable nature, unless it violates state or federal law. Overall, the bill aims to address unfair or deceptive practices related to firearms and other weapons sold through online marketplaces in New Mexico.

Health and Social Services, Justice

https://www.nmlegis.gov/Legislation/Legislation?chamber=S&legtype=B&legno=428&year=23