New Jersey · 2026-2027 Session
S52In Committee
Firearm, loaded-incr criminal penalties w/in access of minors resulting in death
Increases criminal penalties if leaving loaded firearm within easy access of minor results in injury or death.
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Overview
Increases criminal penalties if leaving loaded firearm within easy access of minor results in injury or death.
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Primary sponsors
Anthony M. Bucco
SenateNJ
James W. Holzapfel
SenateNJ
Cosponsors
Declan J. O'Scanlon
SenateNJRepublican
M. Teresa Ruiz
SenateNJ
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