Ban possession of large-capacity ammunition magazines
In Plain English
The city proposes to make it illegal to own high-capacity ammunition magazines within Richmond city limits. This would add a new chapter to the city's laws targeting gun accessories that hold more than a standard number of bullets. If approved, residents who currently own these magazines would need to comply with the new restrictions.
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Votes
Motion · Official minutes
Adopted Ordinance No. 40-07 N.S.
6 aye · 1 nay · 1 abstain · 1 absent
Why This Vote Matters
Richmond banned the possession of large-capacity ammunition magazines within city limits, with the council approving the ordinance with broad support in a 6-1 vote. Vice Mayor Bates cast the lone dissenting vote, while Councilmember Marquez abstained. The new law makes it illegal for residents to own magazines that hold more than a standard number of bullets, and current owners will need to comply with the restrictions. This adds a new chapter to Richmond's municipal code targeting specific gun accessories.
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