SB 163

Bill Subjects

Criminal Law And Procedure; Creation Of New Offenses Criminal Law And Procedure; Firearms And Weapons Offenses Elections; Generally Firearms And Weapons

Abstract

Prohibits a person from carrying a firearm in or near: (1) a chute; (2) polls; (3) certain areas where voters congregate or are likely to congregate; or (4) any room where ballots are being counted. Provides that the offense is a Class C misdemeanor, enhanced to a: (1) Class A misdemeanor if the person has a prior unrelated conviction for the offense; or (2) Level 6 felony if the firearm is pointed at another person. Specifies a defense and certain notice requirements. Prohibits other defenses. Changes the minimum age required to carry a handgun to 21 years of age. Makes it a Level 5 felony to possess a privately made firearm. Makes it a Level 5 felony to alter, obliterate, or remove certain marks of firearm identification or to possess a firearm on which those marks of identification have been altered, obliterated, or removed. Defines terms. Makes conforming amendments.