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2012 SESSION
HB 1257 Firearms; carrying while under influence of alcohol or drugs in a public place, penalty.
Introduced by: Mark D. Sickles | all patrons ... notes | add to my profiles
SUMMARY AS INTRODUCED:
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.
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HISTORY
- 01/20/12 House: Presented and ordered printed 12103998D
- 01/20/12 House: Referred to Committee on Militia, Police and Public Safety
- 02/08/12 House: Assigned MPPS sub: #1
- 02/09/12 House: Subcommittee recommends laying on the table by voice vote
- 02/14/12 House: Left in Militia, Police and Public Safety