2013 House Bill 5092

Establish that open firearms carry is not “brandishing”

Introduced in the House

Oct. 22, 2013

Introduced by Rep. Brandon Dillon (D-75)

To define “brandish” as “to point, wave about, or display in a threatening manner.” Under current law “brandishing” a firearm is a misdemeanor punishable by up to 90 days in jail. See also House Bill 5091.

Referred to the Committee on Judiciary

March 6, 2014

Reported without amendment

With the recommendation that the substitute (H-1) be adopted and that the bill then pass.

March 12, 2014

Substitute offered

The substitute passed by voice vote

Amendment offered by Rep. Brandon Dillon (D-75)

The amendment passed by voice vote

March 13, 2014

Passed in the House 105 to 4 (details)

To define “brandishing” a firearm as “to point, wave about, or display in a threatening manner with the intent to induce fear.” Under current law “brandishing” is a misdemeanor punishable by up to 90 days in jail. See also House Bill 5091.

Received in the Senate

March 18, 2014

Referred to the Committee on Judiciary

April 23, 2014

Reported without amendment

With the recommendation that the bill pass.