HB2864

Misconduct involving weapons; instigation

Introduced·1/26/26
Introduced Text

Arizona HB2864 amends the state's weapons laws to redefine misconduct involving weapons and establish penalties.

Arizona HB2864 amends the state's weapons laws by redefining misconduct involving weapons and establishing penalties for various offenses. The bill specifies scenarios where carrying a deadly weapon is considered misconduct, including carrying a weapon in a means of transportation, on school grounds, or during certain events. It also outlines exceptions, such as when a person is in their dwelling or on their property, or when a weapon is possessed for educational purposes. The bill sets different classes of felonies and misdemeanors based on the nature of the offense and the circumstances.

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History

Jan 27

House

House read second time

Jan 26

House

Introduced in House and read first time

Jan 26

House

Assigned to House JUD Committee