If enacted, this bill would introduce new provisions to the Arizona Revised Statutes regarding the purchase and possession of brass knuckles by juveniles. Specifically, it would make it unlawful for a juvenile to intentionally or knowingly purchase or possess brass knuckles, classifying such a violation as a class 3 misdemeanor. The bill also clarifies that the definition of "brass knuckles" refers to a device made of metal, plastic, or another hard material designed to fit over and around more than two knuckles of the human hand to enhance the power of a punch. Importantly, the bill specifies that this prohibition does not apply to knives as defined in existing law.

The bill would add a new section (8-310) to title 8, chapter 3, article 1 of the Arizona Revised Statutes, thereby updating current statutes to include these specific regulations concerning juvenile offenders and brass knuckles. The existing laws remain unchanged, but the new language would provide clearer guidelines and penalties related to the possession of brass knuckles by minors.

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 8-310
Senate Engrossed Version: 8-310