The provisions of the bill addressed by this analysis would amend the Penal Code as it relates to the unlawful transfer of a firearm. Under the provisions of the bill, knowingly purchasing, renting, leasing, or receiving as a loan or gift a firearm while the actor is a fugitive from justice as outlined in the bill would be punishable as a Class A misdemeanor.

 

A Class A misdemeanor is punishable by a fine of not more than $4,000, confinement in a county jail for a term not to exceed one year, or both. This analysis assumes the provisions of the bill would not result in a significant impact on the demand for state correctional resources.