Bill > HB5285

This bill addresses the use of pneumatic guns (BB guns or air guns) by minors under 18 years old. Specifically, the legislation prohibits individuals younger than 18 from using or possessing a pneumatic gun outside of their own property (defined as the curtilage, which includes the area immediately surrounding a dwelling) unless they are accompanied by an adult over 18 years old. If a minor violates this law, they would be subject to misdemeanor charges, which could result in up to 90 days in jail, a fine of up to $500, or both. The bill defines a pneumatic gun as any gun-like device that can expel a BB or pellet using spring, gas, or air pressure. The goal appears to be promoting safety by restricting unsupervised use of potentially dangerous projectile devices by young people outside of their home property.

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https://legislature.mi.gov/Bills/Bill?ObjectName=2025-HB-5285