FIREARMS-CONCEALED CARRY-JUDGE
Summary
Creates the Personal Protection for Judges and State's Attorneys Act. Establishes statewide uniform standards for the issuance of permits to carry concealed firearms in this State. Authorizes the county sheriff to issue concealed firearms permits to Judges, State's Attorneys, and Assistant State's Attorneys. Requires an applicant to complete a training course in handgun use, safety, and marksmanship. Amends the Criminal Code of 1961. Exempts, from an unlawful use of weapons and aggravated unlawful use of weapons violation, Judges, State's Attorneys, and Assistant State's Attorneys who carry or possess firearms in accordance with the Personal Protection for Judges and State's Attorneys Act. Preempts home rule. Effective immediately.
Bill status
failed
1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Jan 2006
Committee Review
Floor Vote
Governor
Introduced Jan 12, 2006
Last action Jan 9, 2007
Floor votes
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Full legislative history
Actions timeline
Total actions
4
Key actions
0
Committee
1
Jan 9, 2007
House · Failed
Session Sine Die
Jan 12, 2006
House · Referred to committee
Referred to Rules Committee
0 primary · 1 co-sponsor
Sponsors
Role
Legislator
Party
State
District
Co
John Bradley
DDemocratic
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