The proposed General Assembly Raised Bill No. 7052 aims to amend existing laws concerning large capacity magazines and the sale of ammunition. A key change is the redefinition of "large capacity magazine," raising the threshold from more than ten rounds to more than fifteen rounds. The bill clarifies lawful possession conditions for individuals who purchased large capacity magazines before April 4, 2013, and outlines the responsibilities of licensed gun dealers regarding these magazines. It also modifies penalties for possession and transfer violations, which can result in a class D felony or class A misdemeanor, depending on the individual's firearm eligibility. New provisions allow for the transfer of large capacity magazines under specific circumstances, such as bequests or transfers to law enforcement, and introduce a mechanism for courts to suspend prosecution for minor violations.

Additionally, the bill specifies that certain provisions related to ammunition sales will not apply to various state and federal entities, including police departments and military forces. It introduces a new category of purchasers by permitting the sale of ammunition to patrons of firing or shooting ranges, provided the ammunition is used on-site. The bill deletes the previous provision allowing sales to federally licensed firearm manufacturers and replaces it with the new provision for shooting range patrons. The act is set to take effect on October 1, 2025, and will amend sections 53-202w and 29-38m(d) of current law.

Statutes affected:
Raised Bill: 53-202w