HB138

Hawaii HB138 amends firearm storage laws to enhance penalties for negligent storage if a minor accesses the firearm.

Hawaii HB138 modifies the state's statutes on firearm storage to increase penalties when a minor gains access to a firearm due to negligent storage. Specifically, it revises Section 134-10.5 to mandate that no person should store a firearm where a minor could access it without permission unless the firearm is securely locked. It also amends Section 707-714.5 to establish that criminally negligent storage becomes a misdemeanor, escalating to a felony if the minor causes injury or death.