Overview
- The new law bans Glock switches and similar devices that convert semi-automatic weapons into fully automatic firearms.
- Possession or sale of these devices is now a Class C felony in Alabama, punishable by up to 10 years in prison.
- Governor Kay Ivey emphasized the law's role in supporting local law enforcement to address gun violence more effectively.
- Birmingham Mayor Randall Woodfin announced a $1,000 reward for information leading to arrests of violators and warned offenders of strict enforcement.
- The legislation, effective immediately, is part of Alabama's broader public safety initiative following a year marked by mass shootings.