Handgun Safety Act of 1997
Latest action (9 Apr 1997): Introduced
What this bill does
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Official summary
Handgun Safety Act of 1997 - Amends Federal criminal law to define (firearm) "locking device." Makes it unlawful for a licensed manufacturer, importer, or dealer to sell, deliver, or transfer a handgun without a locking device or a specified related warning, with exceptions for law enforcement and governmental entities. Sets forth civil penalties (in addition to any administrative penalties) for related violations, including suspension or loss of license. Directs the National Institute of Justice to study and report to the Attorney General and the Secretary of the Treasury on the feasibility of developing minimum quality standards for locking devices.
Common questions
- What does S. 534 do?
- Handgun Safety Act of 1997 - Amends Federal criminal law to define (firearm) "locking device." Makes it unlawful for a licensed manufacturer, importer, or dealer to sell, deliver, or transfer a handgun without a locking device or a specified related warning, with exceptions for law enforcement and governmental entities. Sets forth civil penalties (in addition to any administrative penalties) for related violations, including suspension or loss of license. Directs the National Institute of Justice to study and report to the Attorney General and the Secretary of the Treasury on the feasibility of developing minimum quality standards for locking devices.
- Has S. 534 become law?
- Not yet. As of 9 Apr 1997, S. 534 is introduced.
- Who sponsored S. 534?
- S. 534 was sponsored by Sen. Christopher Dodd [D-CT, 1981-2010] (Democrat-CT), with 0 cosponsors.
- What's the latest action on S. 534?
- Introduced (9 Apr 1997).
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