H.R. 4991 – Disarming Felons Act
This bill aims to prohibit the disposition of a firearm to, and the possession of a firearm by, an adult who, while a juvenile aged between 15 and 18, committed an offense that would have been a felony if committed by an adult.
Key Points
- Prohibits the disposition of firearms to adults with certain juvenile records
- Prohibits possession of firearms by adults with certain juvenile records
- The offenses that apply were felonies if committed by an adult
Details
The bill amends sections 922(d) and 922(g) of title 18, United States Code. It adds a new subparagraph to both sections that prohibits the disposition and possession of firearms by adults who committed certain acts of juvenile delinquency that would have been felonies if committed by an adult.
Source: https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/BILLS-119hr4991ih
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