Weapons: other; manufacture, sale, or possession of a bump stock; prohibit. Amends sec. 224 of 1931 PA 328 (MCL 750.224).
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- Introduced
- Passed Senate
- Passed House
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This bill prohibits the manufacture, sale, and possession of bump stocks in Michigan. Bump stocks are devices that allow semi-automatic firearms to fire multiple rounds with a single trigger pull. Violators face felony charges with potential imprisonment and fines. The bill includes exceptions for self-defense sprays, government contracts, and licensed firearm manufacturers.
Key provisions
- Prohibits the manufacture, sale, and possession of bump stocks.
- Classifies bump stock violations as felonies.
- Establishes a fine of up to $2,500 for violations.
- Excludes self-defense spray devices from the prohibition.
- Excludes government contracts related to firearms manufacturing.
- Excludes licensed firearm manufacturers.
- Defines ‘bump stock’ as a device that allows semi-automatic firearms to fire multiple rounds with a single trigger pull.
- Defines ‘muffler’ and ‘silencer’ for legal clarity.
Who is affected
- Firearms manufacturers
- Firearms sellers
- Gun owners
- Law enforcement
- The general public
Notable changes
- Adds a prohibition on bump stocks to existing firearm regulations.
- Increases the potential penalties for illegal possession of bump stocks.
- Clarifies the definition of a ‘bump stock’ for legal purposes.
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