Michiganders would face criminal charges if they fail to properly lock up a firearm and it leads to injury or death. That’s under a new bill package announced today.
The bills would also get rid of sales and use taxes on gun safety devices including safes and lock boxes.
"This isn’t taking guns away from anybody except for people who should not have them that are children. And my honest message to lawmakers here in Lansing who refuse to advance this Legislation: you have blood on your hands." said Democratic Attorney General Dana Nessel.
The bills likely face an uphill battle to get through the Republican-controlled Legislature.
The package includes mirror bills in both the state House and Senate.