Bill
HB 6222
Overview: HB 6222, Crimes: firearms; penalties for individuals and dealers attempting illegal purchases of firearms; provide for, was referred to second reading in the Michigan leg
Overview: HB 6222, Crimes: firearms; penalties for individuals and dealers attempting illegal purchases of firearms; provide for, was referred to second reading in the Michigan legislature on January 23, 2025.
Purpose and Intent: The bill aims to enhance penalties for individuals and firearms dealers who attempt to illegally purchase or sell firearms.
Key Provisions:
- Increases criminal penalties for individuals who knowingly provide false information or fail to disclose material facts during a firearms purchase
- Imposes stricter penalties on firearms dealers who sell or transfer firearms to individuals they know or have reasonable cause to believe are prohibited from possessing firearms
Affected Parties and Impacts: The bill primarily affects individuals attempting to illegally purchase firearms and firearms dealers who knowingly facilitate such transactions. It seeks to deter these unlawful activities and hold both parties accountable.
Procedural and Timeline Considerations: The bill has been referred to second reading in the Michigan legislature and is still in the early stages of the legislative process. If passed, the new penalties would go into effect 90 days after the bill's enactment.
Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.
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