Massachusetts Law Would Ban Virtually All Semi-Automatic Firearms

A Massachusetts law would ban virtually all semi-automatic firearms. It would also expand the existing Massachusetts laws. “assault weapons” ban.

Starting this year, Democrats control the state’s legislature as well as the governor’s office, fueling the party’s hopes for a new package of gun control laws, as reported by The Boston Globe.

David Linsky (Democratic State Rep.) has introduced many new bills, one of which would expand the definition of banned. “assault weapons” To include almost all semi-automatic firearms.

“Assault weapons,” As defined by Since 1994, the state has banned certain models and features. 

The bill replaces the state’s lengthy definition of “assault weapon” Use the phrase “any rifle or shotgun containing a semiautomatic mechanism.” The bill doesn’t mention handguns.

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Linsky introduced the bill as one of 10 gun control measures. according to Press release. Other bills contained measures to limit 3D-printed guns. “ghost guns,” For gun owners who require live fire practice, a public health institution should be established to study gun violence.

The bill would create a program to buy back guns and Massachusetts could participate in it. “drastically reduce” The amount of semiautomatic weapons currently in circulation “by enforcing a penalty of 18 months in prison and a fine of $5,000 for each weapon.” 

However, neither of these measures are included in the bill’s text. 

For violating the current assault weapon ban, you could face a minimum of one year in prison and/or a $1,000 fine. according to Stephen Neyman, Law Offices

“While the Massachusetts Legislature has been a national leader in passing effective legislation that addresses gun violence prevention, there are more measures that can be taken,” Linsky stated. “I am proud to file bills that would make important and crucial steps in reducing gun violence and preventing further tragedies from occurring.”