HB 3836
Removes the Department of State Police as the designated state point of contact for purposes of the National Instant Criminal Background Check System.
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Bill overview
This bill removes the Oregon Department of State Police as the designated state point of contact for the National Instant Criminal Background Check System (NICS). It directs gun dealers to obtain authorization to transfer firearms directly from the system, shifting responsibility for conducting background checks to other entities. The bill takes effect 91 days after the legislative session concludes.
Key provisions
- Removes the Department of State Police as the NICS point of contact.
- Directs gun dealers to obtain authorization for firearm transfers directly from the system.
- Requires gun dealers to verify purchaser identification and obtain a criminal history record check.
- Establishes a telephone number for gun dealers to request criminal background checks.
- Creates a fee schedule for criminal background checks.
- Updates sections of ORS related to firearm transfers and background checks.
- Specifies reporting requirements for law enforcement agencies regarding prohibited purchasers.
- Defines key terms related to firearm transfers and background checks.
Who is affected
- Gun dealers
- Purchasers of firearms
- Law enforcement agencies
- The Oregon Department of State Police
- The general public (regarding firearm regulations)
Notable changes
- Shifts responsibility for NICS checks from the Department of State Police to gun dealers and the system.
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