Intoxicated? Put Down That Firearm!

A bill pending before Hawaii legislators would forbid the physical possession of any firearm “while consuming or under the influence of an intoxicant.”

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Hawaii law already spells out instances in which owning or possessing a firearm is a no-no.

Some examples:

  • fugitives from justice
  • those convicted of a felony
  • people diagnosed as having significant behavioral, emotional or mental disorders
Not Hawaii. Not even near.
Not Hawaii. Not even near. Flickr: Andjam79

House Bill 626 proposes to add another reason: prohibiting the “physical possession” of any firearm while consuming or under the influence of an intoxicant.

“Intoxicant” means alcohol or drug.

HB 626, introduced by Democratic Rep. Chris Lee, has a hearing Friday.

 

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