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2010 Senate Bill 6396: Banning the sale of assault weapons
Introduced by Sen. Adam Kline (Seattle) (D) on January 13, 2010
Prohibits the selling and purchasing of assault weapons. Exceptions to the rule include manufacturing assault weapons for law enforcement, owning an assault weapon that is incapable of shooting, and owning a weapon prior to the date of this legislation. If the weapon was purchased prior to the date of legislation, then it must be securely and safely stored on the owner’s property. Breaking this law would count as a level 3 crime and be punishable for between 3 months and 5 years in jail.   Official Text and Analysis.
Referred to the Senate Judiciary Committee on January 13, 2010