Rhode Island bill H8073 restricts possession of prohibited firearms, with exceptions for certain transfers and sales.

Rhode Island bill H8073 amends the General Laws to restrict the manufacture, sale, offer to sell, transfer, and possession of prohibited firearms. It imposes penalties, including imprisonment and fines, for violations. Exceptions include lawful possession prior to July 1, 2026, transfers to federally licensed dealers or out-of-state individuals, and sales by licensed dealers to other dealers or law enforcement. The law takes effect upon passage.

Rhode Island bill H8073 restricts possession of prohibited firearms, with exceptions for certain transfers and sales.

Rhode Island bill H8073 amends the General Laws to restrict the manufacture, sale, offer to sell, transfer, and possession of prohibited firearms. It imposes penalties, including imprisonment and fines, for violations. Exceptions include lawful possession prior to July 1, 2026, transfers to federally licensed dealers or out-of-state individuals, and sales by licensed dealers to other dealers or law enforcement. The law takes effect upon passage.