An Act amending Titles 18 (Crimes and Offenses), 23 (Domestic Relations) and 34 (Game) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in inchoate crimes, further providing for the offense of possession of firearm or other dangerous weapon in court facility; in firearms and other dangerous articles, further providing for relinquishment of firearms and firearm licenses by convicted persons, repealing provisions relating to firearms not to be carried without a license and to carrying loaded weapons other than firearms, providing for license not required, further providing for prohibited conduct during emergency, repealing provisions relating to carrying firearms on public streets or public property * * *
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Overview
This bill significantly alters Pennsylvania’s laws regarding firearms, aiming to reduce crime and protect the natural rights of law-abiding citizens. It repeals existing licensing requirements, allowing individuals to carry firearms openly or concealed without a license, except in specific circumstances. The bill also addresses the possession of firearms in court facilities, mandates the relinquishment of firearms by convicted criminals, and outlines prohibited conduct during emergencies. Finally, it includes provisions for sportsman’s firearm permits and updates regulations related to antique firearms and protection from abuse.
Key provisions
- Eliminates the requirement for a license to carry a firearm, with exceptions for certain individuals and situations.
- Allows open or concealed carry of firearms without a license, except in specific locations like court facilities.
- Requires convicted criminals to relinquish firearms and firearm licenses.
- Establishes a process for sportsman’s firearm permits.
- Addresses prohibited conduct during emergencies, including the seizure of firearms.
- Updates regulations regarding antique firearms.
- Modifies provisions related to carrying firearms in vehicles.
- Creates a temporary emergency license option for carrying firearms.
Who is affected
- Gun owners
- Law enforcement officers
- The general public
- Courts and court personnel
- Individuals subject to protection from abuse orders
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