Tennessee SB0033 amends the reckless endangerment law to classify firearm neglect as a felony if a child under 13 is harmed or killed.

Tennessee SB0033 amends the state's reckless endangerment statute by adding a new provision that makes it a Class E felony if a child under 13 gets ahold of an unsecured firearm and causes bodily harm or serious injury. If the child causes death, it becomes a Class C felony. This change aims to enhance penalties for those who fail to secure their firearms, protecting children from potential harm.

Tennessee SB0033 amends the reckless endangerment law to classify firearm neglect as a felony if a child under 13 is harmed or killed.

Tennessee SB0033 amends the state's reckless endangerment statute by adding a new provision that makes it a Class E felony if a child under 13 gets ahold of an unsecured firearm and causes bodily harm or serious injury. If the child causes death, it becomes a Class C felony. This change aims to enhance penalties for those who fail to secure their firearms, protecting children from potential harm.