Bill > HB434

This bill establishes the "Anti-Red Flag Gun Seizure Act" in Missouri, which aims to prevent the enforcement of any federal, state, or local laws that would temporarily or permanently confiscate firearms from law-abiding citizens. The bill defines a "red flag law" as any measure that directs the seizure of firearms, firearm accessories, or ammunition from individuals, with exceptions for those in custody or released on bail after being charged with a dangerous felony. The legislation prohibits state agencies, political subdivisions, and local law enforcement from enforcing such red flag laws, receiving federal funds to enforce them, or attempting to enforce them in any way. If a law enforcement officer knowingly violates this prohibition, the employing agency could be liable for a civil penalty of $50,000 per occurrence, and the affected individual would have the right to pursue legal action, including injunctive relief and potential damages. The bill explicitly allows law enforcement to continue seizing firearms as evidence during investigations and does not prevent federal agents from enforcing federal laws. The legislation is considered an emergency act, intended to protect citizens' Second Amendment rights and limit perceived federal government overreach, and would go into effect immediately upon passage.

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https://house.mo.gov/Bill.aspx?bill=HB434&year=2025&code=R