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Introduced
01/10/2024
01/10/2024
In Committee
01/10/2024
01/10/2024
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
04/08/2024
04/08/2024
Introduced Session
2024 Regular Session
Bill Summary
Classifying the theft of a firearm as a felony; and establishing a penalty for theft of a firearm of imprisonment not exceeding 5 years or a fine not exceeding $1,000 for a first offense, and imprisonment not exceeding 10 years or a fine not exceeding $2,500 for a second or subsequent offense.
AI Summary
This bill classifies the theft of a firearm as a felony and establishes penalties for such offenses. Specifically, it imposes a punishment of up to 5 years in prison or a fine of up to $1,000 for a first offense, and up to 10 years in prison or a fine of up to $2,500 for a second or subsequent offense. The bill also specifies that any sentence imposed for theft of a firearm shall be separate from and consecutive to a sentence for any other offense. This bill aims to address the issue of firearm theft and the potential harm it can cause by imposing harsher consequences on those who commit this crime.
Committee Categories
Justice
Sponsors (13)
Justin Ready (R)*,
Jack Bailey (R),
Mary Beth Carozza (R),
Paul Corderman (R),
William Folden (R),
Jason Gallion (R),
Steve Hershey (R),
J.B. Jennings (R),
Johnny Mautz (R),
Mike McKay (R),
Johnny Salling (R),
Bryan Simonaire (R),
Chris West (R),
Last Action
Senate Judicial Proceedings Hearing (13:00:00 2/1/2024 ) (on 02/01/2024)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://mgaleg.maryland.gov/mgawebsite/Legislation/Details/SB0039?ys=2024RS |
| Racial Equity Impact | https://mgaleg.maryland.gov/Pubs/BudgetFiscal/2024RS-SB0039-REIN.pdf |
| BillText | https://mgaleg.maryland.gov/2024RS/bills/sb/sb0039f.pdf |
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