SB 248 IN

Firearm storage.

IN · session 2025 · Senate · bill

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Introduced Jan 9, 2025

Latest action (Jan 16, 2025) Senator Pol added as coauthor

Summary

Provides that a person having the care of a dependent who recklessly, knowingly, or intentionally fails to secure a loaded firearm in the person's residence or vehicle commits neglect of a dependent, a Level 6 felony, if the dependent uses the firearm to cause bodily injury or death to any person. Enhances the offense to a Level 5 felony in particular instances. Specifies exceptions and defenses. Specifies sign requirements for retail dealers. Defines terms and makes conforming amendments.

Sponsors (2)

Andrea Hunley Democratic · author
Mark Spencer Democratic · author

1 coauthor / cosponsor

Rodney Pol Democratic · coauthor

Action history (3)

Jan 9, 2025 Authored by Senators Hunley and Spencer · upper
Jan 9, 2025 First reading: referred to Committee on Corrections and Criminal Law · upper
Jan 16, 2025 Senator Pol added as coauthor · upper

Subjects

BUSINESS ORGANIZATIONS AND ASSOCIATIONS; GenerallyCHILDREN AND MINORS; Crimes Against ChildrenCHILDREN AND MINORS; GenerallyCRIMINAL LAW AND PROCEDURE; Creation of New OffensesCRIMINAL LAW AND PROCEDURE; Firearms and Weapons OffensesFIREARMS AND WEAPONS

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