This bill proposes updates to current statutes regarding the trafficking of weapons and explosives. Under the new provisions, the definition of trafficking would be expanded to include the trafficking of a single weapon or explosive, rather than requiring multiple items, and it would no longer necessitate that the trafficking be for financial gain. Additionally, the bill specifies that a person convicted of trafficking three or more weapons or explosives, whether in a single offense or multiple offenses consolidated for trial, would be ineligible for suspension of sentence, probation, pardon, or any form of release until their sentence is fully served.

The bill also makes technical and conforming changes to existing language in the statutes. Specifically, it amends the current definition of trafficking by removing the phrase "in weapons" and "for financial gain," while clarifying that the prohibition on eligibility for sentence suspension applies to both completed and preparatory offenses. Furthermore, it updates the language regarding the possession of weapons for educational purposes to ensure clarity. Overall, these changes aim to strengthen the legal framework surrounding the trafficking of weapons and explosives.

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 13-3102
House Engrossed Version: 13-3102
Chaptered Version: 13-3102