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HB113
Baby Dre Gun Safety Act
Last scannedAug 24, 2026, 10:26 AM
In one sentence
This law makes it a crime for adults to recklessly store firearms in Kentucky where minors can access them without permission.
What it does
- Makes it illegal to recklessly leave a firearm accessible to a minor unless the gun is in a securely locked container, has a locking device on it, or is carried on the person's body.
- Sets penalties as a Class B misdemeanor for unsafe storage, but raises them to a Class A misdemeanor if the minor uses the gun and causes injury or death.
- Provides an excuse from punishment if a child broke into the home or car to get the firearm.
Who it affects
- Adults who store firearms in Kentucky
- Minors under age 18
Limits and unknowns
- The effective date for when this law starts is not listed in the provided document.
- The specific jail time or fine amounts for Class A and B misdemeanors are not defined in this text excerpt.
Plain language
Terms to know
- Securely locked container
- A fully enclosed box or case that is closed with a padlock, key lock, combination lock, or similar device. This does not include a car's glove compartment unless it can be manually locked.
- Class B misdemeanor
- The penalty for unsafe storage if no injury occurs; the text defines this as a crime but does not list specific jail time or fine amounts in this document.
- Affirmative defense
- A legal excuse that stops a person from being found guilty if they prove the child broke into their property to get the gun.
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Official summary
AN ACT relating to gun safety for children.