The bill amends Section 11-47-2 of the General Laws in Chapter 11-47, which pertains to weapons, by introducing new definitions and clarifying existing ones. Notably, it adds the definition of "crime gun," which refers to any firearm used in a crime or suspected of being used in a criminal offense. Additionally, the bill includes a detailed description of the "3D printing process," "binary trigger," and "bump-fire stock," among other terms. The bill also updates the numbering of definitions, ensuring clarity and consistency in the legal language.

Furthermore, the bill introduces Section 12-1-10.2, which mandates that law enforcement agencies submit any seized crime guns or two test-fired cartridge cases to the state crime laboratory or the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (BATF) for testing and entry into the National Integrated Ballistic Information Network (NIBIN). It also requires the submission of relevant information about the firearm to the BATF for tracing. This act aims to enhance the identification and apprehension of criminals by improving the tracking of firearms used in crimes. The bill will take effect upon passage.

Statutes affected:
59: 11-47-2