Bill > HB1270

This bill amends Texas Penal Code Section 46.04 to expand restrictions on firearm possession for individuals with certain misdemeanor convictions. Currently, a person convicted of a Class A misdemeanor involving family violence is prohibited from possessing a firearm for five years after release from confinement or community supervision. The bill adds a new category of "violent misdemeanor" to this restriction, defined as a misdemeanor offense that involves the use, attempted use, or threatened use of force against another person. This means that individuals convicted of such violent misdemeanors will now also be barred from possessing a firearm for five years following their release. The bill clarifies definitions of "family" and "household" and specifies that these changes will only apply to offenses committed on or after the effective date of September 1, 2025. This legislation aims to prevent individuals with a history of violent misdemeanors from accessing firearms for a specified period, potentially reducing the risk of future violent incidents.

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