2022 Regular SessionIndiana Legislature

SB0311: Firearms matters.

Legislative Summary

Firearms matters. Repeals the law that requires a person to obtain a license to carry a handgun in Indiana. Specifies that certain persons who are not otherwise prohibited from carrying or possessing a handgun are not required to obtain or possess a license or permit from the state to carry a handgun in Indiana. Prohibits certain individuals from knowingly or intentionally carrying a handgun. Creates the crime of "unlawful carrying of a handgun" and specifies the penalties for committing this crime. Allows particular individuals who do not meet the requirements to receive a handgun license and are not otherwise prohibited to carry a handgun in limited places. Allows a resident of Indiana to obtain in certain circumstances a license to carry a handgun in Indiana. Makes theft of a firearm a Level 5 felony. Defines certain terms. Makes conforming amendments and repeals obsolete provisions.

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Bill History

1/11/2022
Authored by Senator Houchin
Senate
1/11/2022
First reading: referred to Committee on Judiciary
Senate

Status Information

Current Status
Introduced(1/11/2022)
Chamber
Senate
Committee
Judiciary(Senate)
Sine Die

Sponsors

Republican: 1

Primary Sponsor

Erin Houchin
Erin Houchin
Republican

Documents

Introduced
Bill Text1/10/2022523.6 KB
Fiscal Note
Fiscal Note1/10/202281.4 KB