Changes the offense of weapons possession by adding high-capacity firearm magazines
HB 878 changes Missouri law by making it illegal to possess a "high-capacity magazine" (defined as a magazine holding more than ten rounds of ammunition). This directly affects individuals who own or carry such magazines, as it becomes a class D felony offense. The bill adds this specific provision to existing weapons possession laws, with exceptions for law enforcement, military personnel, and certain commercial or display activities under federal law. It does not change penalties for other weapons listed in the law.
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in committee
1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Jan 2025
Committee Review
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Governor
Introduced Jan 14, 2025
Last action May 15, 2025
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May 15, 2025
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Referred: Emerging Issues(H)
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Jan 14, 2025
Introduced
Introduced and Read First Time (H)
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1 primary · 0 co-sponsors
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LaDonna Appelbaum
DDemocratic
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