Indiana HB1021 amends firearm storage laws to enhance penalties for failing to secure loaded firearms.

Indiana HB1021 amends the state's criminal law to enhance penalties for failing to secure loaded firearms. It makes it a Level 6 felony if a person having the care of a dependent recklessly, knowingly, or intentionally fails to secure a loaded firearm in their residence or vehicle, and the dependent uses the firearm to cause bodily injury or death. The offense is elevated to a Level 5 felony if the person has a prior unrelated conviction for neglect of a dependent. The bill also specifies exceptions and defenses, such as lawful self-defense or defense of a third party.

Indiana HB1021 amends firearm storage laws to enhance penalties for failing to secure loaded firearms.

Indiana HB1021 amends the state's criminal law to enhance penalties for failing to secure loaded firearms. It makes it a Level 6 felony if a person having the care of a dependent recklessly, knowingly, or intentionally fails to secure a loaded firearm in their residence or vehicle, and the dependent uses the firearm to cause bodily injury or death. The offense is elevated to a Level 5 felony if the person has a prior unrelated conviction for neglect of a dependent. The bill also specifies exceptions and defenses, such as lawful self-defense or defense of a third party.