Louisiana SB165 prohibits possession of unidentifiable firearms and defines "disguised" firearms.

Louisiana SB165 amends existing law to prohibit possession of unidentifiable firearms, including those with altered serial numbers or disguised as toys. The bill defines "disguised" firearms as those designed to appear as toys, with the barrel tip painted or wrapped in red or orange. It retains current penalties for possession of unidentifiable firearms, including fines and imprisonment. The bill also mandates that provisions be known as the "Marcus McNeil Act" in honor of a New Orleans Police Officer. Effective August 1, 2023.

Louisiana SB165 prohibits possession of unidentifiable firearms and defines "disguised" firearms.

Louisiana SB165 amends existing law to prohibit possession of unidentifiable firearms, including those with altered serial numbers or disguised as toys. The bill defines "disguised" firearms as those designed to appear as toys, with the barrel tip painted or wrapped in red or orange. It retains current penalties for possession of unidentifiable firearms, including fines and imprisonment. The bill also mandates that provisions be known as the "Marcus McNeil Act" in honor of a New Orleans Police Officer. Effective August 1, 2023.