Bill > H2590

This bill proposes to modify existing Massachusetts law (Section 129C of chapter 140) by establishing civil liability for firearm owners who fail to report lost or stolen firearms that are subsequently used in a crime. Specifically, if a firearm is lost or stolen and later used to commit a criminal act, the owner can be held financially responsible for damages resulting from that crime, unless they report the loss or theft to the commissioner of criminal justice information services and the local licensing authority within 24 hours of becoming aware of the incident. This provision aims to encourage firearm owners to be more responsible and proactive about reporting missing weapons, potentially reducing the risk of firearms being used in criminal activities. The bill applies to various types of firearms, including rifles, shotguns, and machine guns, and creates a legal mechanism to hold owners accountable for potential harm caused by their unreported lost or stolen weapons.

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https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2590