SB1409

Brass knuckles; prohibited weapon; definition

Introduced·2/3/25
Introduced Text

Arizona SB1409 amends definitions and penalties related to weapons, including brass knuckles, and clarifies conditions for concealed carry permits.

Arizona SB1409 amends the Arizona Revised Statutes to redefine "brass knuckles" as a device designed to fit over the knuckles to enhance punching power. It specifies that certain items are not considered brass knuckles if they are possessed, manufactured, or transferred in compliance with federal law. The bill also updates definitions for "deadly weapon" and "prohibited weapon," clarifying what constitutes these terms under state law.

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Current
Judiciary and Elections Committee
Next
Session adjourned — paused until it reconvenes

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History

Feb 4, 2025

Senate

Senate read second time

Feb 3, 2025

Senate

Introduced in Senate and read first time

Feb 3, 2025

Senate

Assigned to Senate JUDE Committee