SB127 - Creates the offense of unlawful possession of a handgun

SB 127

Creates the offense of unlawful possession of a handgun

Sponsor:

Washington

LR Number:

0858S.01I

Committee:

Transportation, Infrastructure and Public Safety

Last Action:

1/23/2025 - Second Read and Referred S Transportation, Infrastructure and Public Safety Committee

Journal Page:

S178

Title:

Effective Date:

August 28, 2025

Current Bill Summary

SB 127 - This act creates the offense of unlawful possession of a handgun if the person is a minor and knowingly possesses a handgun. This offense shall be punishable by a fine not to exceed $100, imprisonment in a juvenile detention facility for a period not to exceed 10 days, or both.

This act is substantially similar to SB 1044 (2024), SB 439 (2023), and HB 2227 (2020).

ERIC VANDER WEERD

Amendments

No Amendments Found.