The bill would amend the Penal Code to expand the definition of "intoxicated" for purposes of certain weapons offenses. The bill would take effect on September 1, 2013, and only apply to offenses committed on or after that date.
 
Under current statute, intentionally, knowingly, or recklessly selling a firearm or ammunition for a firearm to any person who is intoxicated is a Class A misdemeanor and the burden of supervision and confinement of convicted offenders rests with counties. Therefore, it is assumed this change would not significantly impact state correctional agencies' workload and programs or the demand for their resources and services. In fiscal year 2012, there were 60 arrests and less than 10 misdemeanor community supervision placements for the unlawful transfer of weapons, a broader offense category that encompasses more offenses than are affected by the proposed legislation.