Bill
Bill > H1249
MA H1249
MA H1249Permitting the sale and possession of nonlethal electronic control weapons for defensive purposes
summary
Introduced
01/23/2017
01/23/2017
In Committee
01/23/2017
01/23/2017
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2018
12/31/2018
Introduced Session
190th General Court
Bill Summary
Relative to the sale and possession of nonlethal electronic control weapons. Public Safety and Homeland Security.
AI Summary
This bill aims to permit the sale and possession of nonlethal electronic control weapons (ECWs) for defensive purposes. It amends existing laws to allow licensed firearms dealers to sell ECWs to individuals who have a valid firearms identification card or a Class A or B license, provided they have completed a training course approved by the Secretary of Public Safety. The bill specifies that ECWs may be possessed and carried concealed for lawful purposes, except in places where possession is forbidden by federal or state laws. The use of ECWs is permitted only for lawful self-defense, and violating the provisions of this bill can result in fines or imprisonment.
Committee Categories
Justice
Sponsors (5)
Last Action
Accompanied a study order, see H4691 (on 07/05/2018)
Official Document
bill text
bill summary
Loading...
bill summary
Loading...
bill summary
| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1249 |
| Bill | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1249.pdf |
Loading...