Firearms; possession, etc., following convictions for certain misdemeanor crimes, penalty. (HB1544)
Introduced By
Del. Kathleen Murphy (D-McLean)
Progress
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Introduced |
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Passed Committee |
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Passed House |
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Passed Senate |
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Signed by Governor |
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Became Law |
Description
Possession or transportation of firearms following convictions for certain misdemeanor crimes; restoration of rights; penalty. Prohibits a person who has been convicted of stalking, sexual battery, assault and battery of a family or household member, brandishing a firearm, or two or more convictions of assault and battery from possessing or transporting a firearm. A person who violates this provision is guilty of a Class 1 misdemeanor. The bill provides for a process by which a person convicted of such crimes may petition the circuit court for a reinstatement of his right to possess or transport a firearm. Read the Bill »
Outcome
Bill Has Failed
History
| Date | Action |
|---|---|
| 01/19/2018 | Committee |
| 01/19/2018 | Presented and ordered printed 18103621D |
| 01/19/2018 | Impact statement from VCSC (HB1544) |
| 01/19/2018 | Referred to Committee for Courts of Justice |
| 01/29/2018 | Impact statement from DPB (HB1544) |
| 02/15/2018 | Left in Courts of Justice |