The bill amends the Michigan Penal Code, specifically sections 223, 234f, and 237a, to update regulations regarding the sale and possession of firearms. Key changes include raising the minimum age for purchasing firearms from 18 to 21 years, and establishing stricter penalties for violations. For instance, selling a firearm to someone under 21 years of age is now classified as a misdemeanor, with potential imprisonment of up to 90 days. Additionally, the bill introduces a felony charge for sellers who knowingly sell firearms to individuals under indictment for a felony or who are otherwise prohibited from possessing firearms, with penalties of up to 10 years in prison.

Furthermore, the bill modifies the regulations surrounding firearm possession for individuals under 21 years of age, allowing them to possess firearms only under direct supervision of someone 27 years or older, with certain exceptions for hunting and target shooting. It also clarifies the penalties for engaging in prohibited conduct in a weapon-free school zone, distinguishing between felonies and misdemeanors based on the nature of the offense. The bill aims to enhance public safety by tightening restrictions on firearm access for younger individuals and those with legal prohibitions against firearm possession.

Statutes affected:
House Introduced Bill: 750.223