Firearms: silencers.
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- Introduced
- Passed Senate
- Passed Assembly
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This bill changes the legal term ‘silencer’ to ‘suppressor’ in several California laws related to firearms and criminal law. It clarifies definitions related to assault weapons and addresses the rights of victims and witnesses in criminal cases. The bill also makes technical adjustments to a provision regarding probation for felony convictions involving silencer possession.
Key provisions
- Replaces the term ‘silencer’ with ‘suppressor’ in relevant California laws.
- Clarifies definitions of ‘assault weapon’ to include features like pistol grips, thumbhole stocks, and folding stocks.
- Addresses the rights of victims and witnesses in criminal proceedings.
- Modifies provisions regarding probation for felony convictions involving silencer possession.
- Updates definitions related to firearm precursor parts and serialized firearms.
- Establishes a program to exempt new competitive pistol models from being classified as ‘assault weapons’.
Who is affected
- Gun Owners
- Law Enforcement Agencies
- Victims of Crime
- Witnesses in Criminal Cases
- Firearms Manufacturers and Dealers
Notable changes
- The substitution of ‘suppressor’ for ‘silencer’ represents a shift in terminology.
- The bill expands the definition of ‘assault weapon’ to include more firearm features.
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