SB1221 amends the Criminal Code to regulate assault weapons,.50 caliber rifles, and.50 caliber cartridges in Illinois.
SB1221 amends the Criminal Code to prohibit the manufacture, delivery, sale, import, purchase, or possession of assault weapons, assault weapon attachments,.50 caliber rifles, and.50 caliber cartridges in Illinois. Exceptions include peace officers, law enforcement officers, members of the Armed Services, and others. The Illinois State Police must identify and publish a list of banned weapons. Individuals who possessed these items before specific dates can apply for an endorsement. False information on the endorsement affidavit is punishable as perjury.
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