SF3714
Ban possession of large-capacity ammunition magazines
Legislative Session 94 (2025-2026)
Related bill: HF3402
AI Generated Summary
Purpose
The bill aims to improve public safety by banning the possession of large-capacity ammunition magazines in Minnesota. It adds a new defined term to state law and sets rules about which devices count as a large-capacity magazine.
Main Provisions
- Adds a new subdivision to Minnesota Statutes 2024 section 624.712 defining “Largecapacity magazine.”
- Large-capacity magazine means any ammunition feeding device that can accept more than ten rounds, or any conversion kit or parts that would allow assembling such a device if those parts are in the possession or under the control of the same person.
- The bill means possession of these large-capacity magazines would be prohibited under state law.
- The bill includes certain exceptions to the definition (see Exemptions).
Exemptions (What is Not a Large-Capacity Magazine)
- A feeding device that has been permanently altered so it cannot accommodate more than ten rounds.
- A .22 caliber tube ammunition feeding device.
- A tubular magazine that is contained in a lever-action firearm.
Relationship to Existing Law
- The bill would amend Minnesota Statutes 2024 section 624.712 by adding a new subdivision (Subd. 22) to create the formal prohibition and definition of large-capacity magazines.
Significant Changes to Law
- Establishes a clear legal definition of large-capacity magazines and ties possession of such devices to a prohibition.
- Introduces specific exemptions to the definition, which narrows which devices are covered.
- Adds explicit language about conversion kits and parts that could form a large-capacity magazine if owned by the same person.
Notes
- The provided text does not include penalties or enforcement details; those may be specified elsewhere in the bill or in related statutes.
Relevant Terms largecapacity magazine ammunition feeding device capacity to accept more than ten rounds conversion kit parts possession same person permanently altered .22 caliber tube ammunition feeding device tubular magazine lever-action firearm Minnesota Statutes 2024 section 624.712 Subd. 22 (as defined in the bill)
Bill text versions
- Introduction PDF PDF file
Actions
| Date | Chamber | Where | Type | Name | Committee Name |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| February 19, 2026 | Senate | Action | Introduction and first reading | ||
| February 19, 2026 | Senate | Action | Referred to | Judiciary and Public Safety | |
| February 23, 2026 | Senate | Action | Author added | ||
| March 25, 2026 | Senate | Action | Author added |
Citations
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"analysis": {
"added": [
"Defines 'large-capacity magazine' as any ammunition feeding device capable of accepting more than ten rounds or any conversion kit or parts enabling the assembly of such a device when possessed or under the control of the same person.",
"Excludes from 'large-capacity magazine' (a) any feeding device permanently altered to hold no more than ten rounds, (b) a .22 caliber tube ammunition feeding device, and (c) a tubular magazine contained in a lever-action firearm."
],
"removed": [],
"summary": "This bill adds Subd.22 to Minnesota Statutes 2024 section 624.712 to define 'large-capacity magazine' and specify exceptions.",
"modified": [
"Amends Minnesota Statutes 2024 section 624.712 by adding Subd.22."
]
},
"citation": "624.712",
"subdivision": "Subd.22"
}
]Progress through the legislative process
In Committee