Weapons: firearms; sale, manufacture, or possession of a firearm disguised to resemble a toy; prohibit. Amends 1931 PA 328 (MCL 750.1 - 750.568) by adding sec. 410d.
This bill prohibits the intentional sale of imitation firearms in Michigan, making it a misdemeanor punishable by up to 93 days in jail or a $1,000 fine. The law defines an imitation firearm as any device that looks like a real gun but cannot fire, while allowing exceptions for items with bright colors, closed barrels, clear bodies, manufacturer markings, and no laser pointers. The prohibition applies to individuals, dealers, and businesses but does not cover items being exported across state or national borders. Enacted as part of the state's penal code, the measure takes effect 90 days after becoming law.
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Introduced Nov 26, 2024
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Nov 26, 2024
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REFERRED TO COMMITTEE ON CIVIL RIGHTS, JUDICIARY, AND PUBLIC SAFETY
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Nov 26, 2024
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INTRODUCED BY SENATOR DAYNA POLEHANKI
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