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: Jones bill targets transfers of guns : by Joseph C. Anselmo : Staff Writer : Jan. 31, 2003 : ANNAPOLIS -- Marylanders who do not report lost or stolen firearms within two days could spend up to three years in jail under a bill that will be introduced in the state Senate today. : The bill by Sen. Verna L. Jones (D-Dist. 44) of Baltimore is one of three proposals that would tighten the state's restrictions on firearms. The other bills would seek to strengthen a ban on assault weapons and make Maryland the first state in the nation to require the ballistic fingerprinting of all new guns to help police trace weapons used in crimes. : . : . : . : The bill would require state police to inform gun buyers of the reporting requirement when they obtain their firearm permits. Violators would be subject to a misdemeanor penalty of up to three years in jail, up to a $5,000 fine, or both. Del. Salima Siler Marriott (D-Dist. 40) of Baltimore has agreed to sponsor companion legislation in the House. : . : . : .

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