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Prohibiting Gun Sales to Individuals Convicted of Violent Misdemeanors

This act aims to restrict access to firearms and ammunition for individuals convicted of certain violent misdemeanors within the past five years. This means that if someone has committed such an offense, they will be legally barred from purchasing a gun, enhancing public safety.
Key points
New Rules: Individuals convicted of violent misdemeanors within the last 5 years will be prohibited from buying firearms or ammunition.
Defining Violent Misdemeanor: Includes offenses involving the use or threat of physical force or a deadly weapon, intent to cause injury, or knowingly causing injury.
Exceptions: The prohibition does not apply to convictions occurring before 6 months after the act's enactment, or if the conviction was expunged, set aside, or pardoned, unless the pardon explicitly prohibits firearm possession.
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_HR_2650
Sponsor: Rep. Neguse, Joe [D-CO-2]
Process start date: 2025-04-03