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Introduced
12/05/2024
12/05/2024
In Committee
12/05/2024
12/05/2024
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2024-2025 Regular Session
Bill Summary
This bill prohibits the sale of ammunition in vending machines. Under the bill, it is a fourth degree crime to sell, give, transfer, assign or otherwise dispose of ammunition in a manner that dispenses the ammunition to a consumer from a vending machine. The bill defines a vending machine to mean "a machine or other mechanical device that accepts payment and directly dispenses an item to a consumer." A fourth degree crime is punishable by a term of imprisonment of up to 18 months, a fine of up to $10,000, or both.
AI Summary
This bill prohibits the sale of ammunition through vending machines in New Jersey, making such a transaction a fourth-degree crime. Specifically, the legislation defines a vending machine as any mechanical device that accepts payment and directly dispenses an item to a customer, and it makes it illegal to sell, transfer, give, or otherwise distribute ammunition through such a machine. By classifying this action as a fourth-degree crime, violators could face up to 18 months in prison, a fine of up to $10,000, or both. The bill appears aimed at preventing easy and potentially unsupervised access to ammunition, which could help reduce the risk of impulsive or unauthorized ammunition purchases. The law would take effect immediately upon enactment, and it references the existing ammunition definition from a 2007 New Jersey law (P.L.2007, c.318).
Committee Categories
Justice
Sponsors (2)
Last Action
Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Law and Public Safety Committee (on 12/05/2024)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/bill-search/2024/S3899 |
| BillText | https://pub.njleg.gov/Bills/2024/S4000/3899_I1.HTM |
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