HB 1012 Indiana House · 2022 Special Session

Firearm storage.

Summary
Prohibits a person from keeping or storing a loaded firearm on any premises controlled by the person if the person knows, or reasonably should know, that a child is likely to gain access to the firearm. Provides that a child's possession of a firearm resulting from a person's knowing or intentional failure to secure a firearm is a Class C misdemeanor for the person responsible for control of the premises. Provides that the offense is a Class B misdemeanor if the person has a prior unrelated conviction for the offense. Provides that a child's use of an unsecured firearm resulting in injury or death to any other person due to a person's knowing or intentional failure to secure a firearm is a Class A misdemeanor for the person responsible for control of the premises. Provides that the offense is a Level 6 felony if the person has a prior unrelated conviction for the offense. Specifies certain defenses. Specifies particular sign requirements for retail dealers. Defines terms. Makes conforming amendments.
Bill status in committee 1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Jul 2022
Committee Review
Floor Vote
Governor
Introduced Jul 28, 2022 Last action Jul 28, 2022
Floor votes

How they voted

No floor votes recorded yet.
Full legislative history

Actions timeline

Total actions
3
Key actions
0
Committee
0
1 primary · 1 co-sponsor

Sponsors