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MA H1681

MA H1681
Prohibiting gunfire directed at dwelling houses


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Introduced
02/16/2023
In Committee
02/16/2023
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2024

Introduced Session

193rd General Court

Bill Summary

Relative to the penalties for using weapons with intent to strike dwelling houses. The Judiciary.

AI Summary

This bill proposes to amend Chapter 269 of the General Laws by inserting a new section 12G. The new section would impose penalties on anyone who discharges certain types of weapons, including assault weapons, firearms, and machine guns, with the intent to strike a dwelling, and as a result, does strike a dwelling. The penalties include imprisonment in the house of correction for up to 2 1/2 years, or in state prison for up to 5 years, and/or a fine of up to $10,000.

Committee Categories

Justice

Sponsors (3)

Last Action

Accompanied a study order, see H4517 (on 06/05/2024)

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Document Type Source Location
State Bill Page https://malegislature.gov/Bills/193/H1681
BillText https://malegislature.gov/Bills/193/H1681.pdf
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