The bill amends sections of the General Laws in Chapter 11-47, titled "Weapons," to impose stricter penalties for individuals who carry or possess stolen firearms. It establishes a new provision, "Carrying a stolen firearm when committing a crime of violence," which increases the penalties for individuals convicted of this offense. First-time offenders will face a minimum sentence of ten years in prison (up from five), with a maximum of twenty years. Offenders must serve at least five years without eligibility for parole or probation. For second offenses, the minimum sentence is increased to twenty-five years, with a requirement to serve at least ten years without parole or probation. For third or subsequent offenses, the minimum sentence is also twenty-five years, with the possibility of life imprisonment, and offenders must serve at least fifteen years without eligibility for parole or probation.

The bill also introduces a new section regarding the "Possession of a stolen firearm," making it a felony to knowingly possess a stolen firearm. The minimum sentence for this offense is raised from three to five years, with a maximum of twenty years. First-time offenders must serve at least three years without eligibility for parole or probation, while those with prior convictions must serve a minimum of ten years without parole eligibility. Overall, the legislation aims to enhance the consequences for firearm-related crimes, particularly those involving stolen weapons.