The bill amends current law by adding motor vehicle theft in the first, second, and third degree to the list of offenses that prohibit a person from possessing a firearm.
This means that individuals convicted or adjudicated for these specific types of motor vehicle theft will be prohibited from legally owning or possessing a firearm, similar to other felony convictions. The change seeks to enhance public safety by restricting access to firearms for individuals convicted of serious crimes such as motor vehicle theft.
Summary
Under current law, it is illegal for a person to possess a firearm if
the person was convicted of or adjudicated for certain felonies. The bill adds motor vehicle theft in the first, second, and third degree to the list of violations that prohibit a person from possessing a firearm.
