Texas HB3876 amends the definition of "firearm" for criminal offenses, excluding certain antique firearms and stun guns.

Texas HB3876 modifies the definition of "firearm" under the Penal Code, excluding specific antique firearms and stun guns from the definition. This change applies to offenses committed after the Act's effective date of September 1, 2025. Specifically, it excludes antique or curio firearms manufactured before 1899 and replicas of such firearms that do not use rim fire or center fire ammunition. Additionally, it excludes stun guns as defined by Section 38.14. The law does not retroactively apply to offenses committed before the effective date.

Texas HB3876 amends the definition of "firearm" for criminal offenses, excluding certain antique firearms and stun guns.

Texas HB3876 modifies the definition of "firearm" under the Penal Code, excluding specific antique firearms and stun guns from the definition. This change applies to offenses committed after the Act's effective date of September 1, 2025. Specifically, it excludes antique or curio firearms manufactured before 1899 and replicas of such firearms that do not use rim fire or center fire ammunition. Additionally, it excludes stun guns as defined by Section 38.14. The law does not retroactively apply to offenses committed before the effective date.