Bill > HB1082

This bill aims to prohibit the possession, manufacture, transportation, repair, or sale of "switch" or "auto sear" devices, which are mechanical components designed to modify firearms to shoot automatically with a single trigger pull. Specifically, the bill amends Tennessee's existing criminal code by adding a new provision that classifies these conversion devices as illegal, with the violation constituting a Class E felony. The bill updates Section 39-17-1302 of Tennessee's legal code to include these devices in the list of prohibited items, and modifies related sections to reference the new provision. An "auto sear" or "switch" is a device that can be installed in a semi-automatic firearm to convert it into a fully automatic weapon, which can fire multiple rounds continuously with a single trigger press, effectively circumventing the legal restrictions on automatic weapons. The new law will take effect on July 1, 2025, giving time for law enforcement and the public to become aware of the change. By criminalizing these conversion devices, the bill seeks to prevent unauthorized modification of firearms and enhance public safety.

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https://wapp.capitol.tn.gov/apps/Billinfo/default.aspx?BillNumber=HB1082&ga=114