HB2 Alabama 2010 1st Special Session

Summary

Primary Sponsor

Steve McMillan

Republican

Session

First Special Session 2010

Title

Ethics Commission, annual appropriation to be certain amount of total General Fund Budget

Summary

The bill repeals the law that makes possession or handling a short-barreled rifle or shotgun a Class C felony in Alabama.

What This Bill Does

It repeals Section 13A-11-63 of the Code of Alabama 1975, removing the Class C felony for possessing, obtaining, receiving, selling, or using a short-barreled rifle or shotgun (previously excluding peace officers). People who would have faced this felony under that law would no longer be charged under this specific offense. Other laws about firearms may still apply, but this bill does not replace the offense with a new one. The repeal becomes effective on the first day of the third month after it passes and is approved by the Governor.

Who It Affects

• Individuals who possess, obtain, receive, sell, or use a short-barreled rifle or shotgun would no longer face a Class C felony charge under this statute.
• Law enforcement agencies and prosecutors would have one less potential felony charge to pursue under this law, potentially changing how related cases are handled.

Key Provisions

• Repeals Section 13A-11-63 of the Code of Alabama 1975, which related to the possession, sale, receipt, or obtaining of a short-barreled rifle or short-barreled shotgun.
• Provides that the act becomes effective on the first day of the third month following its passage and approval by the Governor (or otherwise becoming law).

AI-generated summary using openai/gpt-5-nano on Feb 24, 2026. May contain errors — refer to the official bill text for accuracy.

Subjects

Ethics Commission