HB 2629

Relating to requiring a person convicted of an offense involving family violence or a person who is the subject of a protective order to surrender firearms owned by the person; authorizing a fee.

Principle Criteria

Free Enterprise

Property Rights

Personal Responsibility

Limited Government

Individual Liberty

Digest

HB 2629 requires individuals convicted of family violence offenses or subject to certain protective orders to surrender their firearms. Those affected must either sell their firearms to a licensed dealer or surrender them to law enforcement within 48 hours of receiving notice. Law enforcement agencies may store, return, sell, or destroy the firearms, with specific procedures for reclaiming surrendered weapons if the individual is later found eligible to possess them.

Author (1)

Ana-Maria Ramos

Contact the Author

Rep. Ana-Maria Ramos

Capitol Phone:

(512) 463-0454

Capitol Office:

EXT E2.204

E-Mail:

[email protected]

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