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SB 946

AN ACT RELATING TO CRIMINAL OFFENSES -- WEAPONS

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Jake Bissaillon and 4 co-sponsors

Rhode Island bill SB 946 modifies criminal weapons offenses; currently under Senate Judiciary Committee review pending further study recommendation.

05/08/2025 Committee recommended measure be held for further study
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Bill Summary · SB 946

Legislative bill overview

SB 946 is a Rhode Island bill addressing criminal offenses related to weapons, though the specific provisions are not detailed in the available information. The bill was introduced in April 2025 and referred to the Senate Judiciary Committee, where it received a recommendation for further study in May 2025.

Why is this important

Weapons legislation directly affects public safety policy, criminal law enforcement, and individual rights protections. The outcome of this bill could influence how Rhode Island regulates, prosecutes, or defines weapons-related offenses in state criminal code.

Potential points of contention

  • Second Amendment considerations – Any restrictions on weapons ownership or use may face opposition from gun rights advocates versus support from public safety advocates
  • Definitional scope – The bill's specific definition of "weapons" (firearms, bladed weapons, improvised weapons, etc.) will determine which conduct is criminalized and affect enforcement consistency
  • Enforcement and equity – How broadly weapons offenses are prosecuted could raise concerns about disparate impact on different communities

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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