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House approves changes to 'dangerous weapon' definition, narrows ban so some restricted individuals may hunt with archery equipment
Summary
Second substitute House Bill 268 clarifies the definition of 'dangerous weapon' and creates a narrow exemption allowing some restricted individuals to hunt with archery equipment while preserving courts' and parole boards' ability to restrict possession; passed the House 60–11.
The Utah House passed Second Substitute House Bill 268 on March 4, a measure the sponsor said narrows ambiguity in the state's definition of "dangerous weapon" and creates a limited exemption allowing otherwise‑restricted individuals to hunt using archery equipment. Representative Green, sponsor of the bill, said the changes respond to variation in enforcement and interpretation and align Utah with neighboring states that allow similar exemptions.
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