Firearms; carrying while under influence of alcohol or drugs in a public place, penalty. (SB648)
Introduced By
Sen. Don McEachin (D-Richmond)
Progress
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Introduced |
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Passed Committee |
☐ |
Passed House |
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Passed Senate |
☐ |
Signed by Governor |
☐ |
Became Law |
Description
Firearms; alcohol; penalties. Provides that it is a Class 1 misdemeanor for a person who is under the influence of alcohol or illegal drugs to carry a loaded firearm on or about his person in a public place and that a person found guilty is ineligible to apply for a concealed handgun permit for a period of five years. The bill also creates a Class 2 misdemeanor for a person who carries a loaded firearm on or about his person onto the premises of any restaurant or club licensed to sell and serve alcoholic beverages for on-premises consumption and consume an alcoholic beverage while on the premises. The bill contains technical amendments. Read the Bill »
Outcome
Bill Has Failed
History
| Date | Action |
|---|---|
| 01/20/2012 | Presented and ordered printed 12103909D |
| 01/20/2012 | Referred to Committee for Courts of Justice |
| 02/01/2012 | Failed to report (defeated) in Courts of Justice (7-Y 7-N) (see vote tally) |
| 02/06/2012 | Impact statement from DPB (SB648) |
Comments
This bill seems very weak, and not likely to change anyones way of life.