Senate Bill 0032 Handgun licenses and noncitizens.
Permits the issuance of a license to carry a handgun only to: (1) citizens; and (2) noncitizens who are allowed under federal law to carry a firearm in the United States. Prohibits a person who: (1) is prohibited by court order from possessing a handgun; or (2) has been convicted of a crime of domestic violence (unless a court restores the person’s right to possess a firearm); from obtaining a license to carry a handgun.
I can’t say I necessarily disagree with it, but seems like that domestic violence provision could get tricky, in that I doubt possession of a handgun will be much on the mind of someone pleading guilty to a domestic violence charge. But, I imagine the prohibition will be in the sentencing order somewhere so the person should be on notice. Looks like the ban on possession is perpetual. Passed 89-0.
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