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AL HB514
AL HB514Relating to firearms; to prohibit the enforcement of any red flag law in this state; and to provide a cause of action for the enforcement of a red flag law.
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Introduced
05/23/2023
05/23/2023
In Committee
05/23/2023
05/23/2023
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
06/06/2023
06/06/2023
Introduced Session
Regular Session 2023
Bill Summary
Relating to firearms; to prohibit the enforcement of any red flag law in this state; and to provide a cause of action for the enforcement of a red flag law.
AI Summary
This bill prohibits the enforcement of any "red flag law" in the state of Alabama, which refers to any federal, state, or local law that restricts a resident's right to own, possess, transport, transfer, or receive firearms, firearm accessories, or ammunition. The bill provides a civil cause of action for individuals who suffer injury due to the enforcement of a red flag law, allowing them to seek injunctive or equitable relief, damages, and attorney's fees. The Attorney General is also granted standing to enforce the provisions of this bill, and sovereign immunity is not a valid defense. The bill excludes existing laws that restrict firearm possession based on criminal convictions.
Committee Categories
Justice
Sponsors (6)
Ernie Yarbrough (R)*,
Mack Butler (R),
Ben Harrison (R),
Jamie Kiel (R),
Shane Stringer (R),
Ritchie Whorton (R),
Last Action
Introduced and Referred to House Judiciary (on 05/23/2023)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://alison.legislature.state.al.us/bill-search |
| BillText | https://www.legislature.state.al.us/pdf/SearchableInstruments/2023RS/HB514-int.pdf |
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