SB 1855 Illinois Senate · 102nd Regular Session

CRIM CD-FIREARM STORAGE

Summary
Amends the Criminal Code of 2012. Provides that it is unlawful for a person to store or keep any firearm on the premises of a residence under the control of the person if the person knows, or reasonably should know, that: (1) a minor is likely to gain access to the firearm without the permission of the parent or guardian of the minor; or (2) a resident of the residence is ineligible to possess a firearm under federal, State, or local law. Provides exemptions for safe storage of the firearm. Provides that a person who commits a violation is guilty of a petty offense and shall be fined $500 per violation. Provides that if a person violates this provision and a minor or a resident who is ineligible to possess a firearm under federal, State, or local law obtains the firearm and causes injury or death to the minor, resident, or any other individual, the person is guilty of a Class 2 felony. Provides that any firearm stored in violation of this provision is subject to seizure and forfeiture. Repeals provisions relating to child protection.
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Introduction
Feb 2021
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Governor
Introduced Feb 26, 2021 Last action Jan 10, 2023
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Apr 16, 2021
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Rule 3-9(a) / Re-referred to Assignments
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Mar 23, 2021
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Assigned to Executive
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Feb 26, 2021
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Referred to Assignments
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