2025 Regular SessionIndiana Legislature

SB0248: Firearm storage.

Legislative Summary

Firearm storage. 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.

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Bill History

1/9/2025
Authored by Senators Hunley and Spencer
Senate
1/9/2025
First reading: referred to Committee on Corrections and Criminal Law
Senate
1/16/2025
Senator Pol added as coauthor
Senate

Status Information

Current Status
Introduced(1/9/2025)
Chamber
Senate
Committee
Corrections & Criminal Law(Senate)

Sponsors

Democrat: 3

Primary Sponsor

Andrea Hunley
Andrea Hunley
Democrat

Documents

Introduced
Bill Text1/9/2025192.1 KB
Fiscal Note
Fiscal Note1/9/202568.1 KB