Arizona: HUGE Gun Ban Bill Submitted

Published on February 10, 2020
Duration: 15:40

This video discusses Arizona Senate Bill 1625, a proposed law that would ban the manufacture, import, possession, purchase, sale, and transfer of 'assault weapons' and 'large capacity magazines'. The bill outlines strict registration requirements, limitations on where registered firearms can be kept, and potential penalties for non-compliance. It also provides broad definitions for what constitutes an 'assault weapon', encompassing many common semi-automatic firearms and even parts kits.

Quick Summary

Arizona Senate Bill 1625 proposes a ban on 'assault weapons' and 'large capacity magazines'. Current owners must comply within 90 days by removing, disabling, or surrendering firearms. The bill defines 'assault weapon' broadly, covering many semi-automatic firearms and specific features, and defines 'large capacity magazines' as those holding over ten rounds.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Arizona Senate Bill 1625?

Arizona Senate Bill 1625 is a proposed law that aims to ban the manufacture, import, possession, purchase, sale, and transfer of 'assault weapons' and 'large capacity magazines' within the state. It also includes provisions for registration and penalties for non-compliance.

What are the requirements for current owners of 'assault weapons' if SB 1625 passes?

Current legal owners would have 90 days to either remove the firearm from Arizona, render it permanently inoperable, or surrender it to law enforcement for destruction. Registration would also be required, involving background checks and fees.

How does SB 1625 define 'assault weapon'?

The bill defines 'assault weapon' broadly, including semi-automatic rifles with detachable magazines, semi-automatic pistols with certain features, semi-automatic centerfire rifles with fixed magazines over ten rounds, and semi-automatic shotguns with specific characteristics like pistol grips or fixed magazines over five rounds.

What is considered a 'large capacity magazine' under SB 1625?

A 'large capacity magazine' is defined as any ammunition feeding device capable of holding more than ten rounds. Exceptions exist for devices permanently altered to hold ten or fewer rounds, .22 caliber tube devices, and tubular magazines in lever-action firearms.

Related News

All News →

More 2nd Amendment & Law Videos You Might Like

More from Guns & Gadgets 2nd Amendment News

View all →