The bill amends Section 11-47.1-3 of the General Laws in Chapter 11-47.1, titled "Large Capacity Feeding Device Ban of 2022." It establishes that no individual, except for federally licensed firearm dealers, may manufacture, sell, transfer, purchase, or possess a large capacity feeding device. Violators of this provision will be guilty of a misdemeanor, facing imprisonment for up to two years or a fine of up to $1,000, with the device subject to forfeiture. For subsequent offenses, the bill escalates the penalty to a felony, with potential imprisonment of up to five years or a fine of up to $5,000, along with forfeiture of the device.

Additionally, the bill outlines exemptions for individuals who lawfully possessed a large capacity feeding device as of June 20, 2022, provided they modify, surrender, or transfer the device within 180 days. It also exempts certain law enforcement officers, retired officers with permits, and active duty military personnel authorized to possess such devices. The act will take effect upon passage.

Statutes affected:
727: 11-47.1-3