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Firearm Ban for Misdemeanor Hate Crime Convicts

This bill aims to prevent individuals convicted of misdemeanor hate crimes, or those who received an enhanced sentence due to hate or bias, from legally obtaining firearms. This means if someone committed violence motivated by another's race, religion, gender, or orientation, they would lose their right to own a gun. The goal is to enhance public safety by restricting firearm access for individuals who have demonstrated hate-motivated aggression.
Key points
Individuals convicted of misdemeanor hate crimes, including those involving physical force or deadly weapon threats, will be prohibited from possessing firearms.
The ban also applies to persons whose misdemeanor sentence was enhanced due to hate or bias motivation.
Exceptions include cases where the conviction has been expunged, set aside, or a pardon has been granted that does not expressly prohibit firearm possession.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_HR_3929
Sponsor: Rep. Cicilline, David N. [D-RI-1]
Process start date: 2021-06-16