S.0018

Children's Access to Firearms

Introduced·1/14/25
Introduced Text

Establishes offense for criminally negligent storage of firearms accessible to children.

The bill amends the South Carolina Code to create the offense of criminally negligent storage of a firearm accessible to children. It defines terms such as "child," "criminal negligence," and "readily dischargeable firearm." Violators face fines and imprisonment. It also mandates that firearm sellers provide written warnings to purchasers about the dangers of leaving firearms accessible to minors. The act takes effect upon approval by the Governor.

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Judiciary Committee
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History

Jan 14, 2025

Senate

Introduced and read first time

Jan 14, 2025

Senate

Referred to Committee on Judiciary

Dec 11, 2024

Senate

Prefiled