Bill > S0142

This bill would modify Rhode Island's existing firearms laws to allow residents who are 21 years of age or older to carry a concealed handgun without obtaining a permit, provided they meet four specific conditions: First, the individual must not be legally prohibited from possessing a firearm; second, they must possess a certificate of shooting proficiency from a qualified instructor (such as an NRA instructor or police range officer) that is no more than four years old and includes details like the qualification date, instructor information, weapon caliber, and passing score; third, they must have a safety certificate recognized by the Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management; and fourth, they must carry a valid government-issued photo identification that can be immediately presented upon request by law enforcement. The bill also maintains existing prohibitions on certain types of firearms and devices, such as machine guns, sawed-off shotguns, ghost guns, and bump-fire devices. By removing the previous permit requirement while establishing these qualifications, the bill aims to provide law-abiding Rhode Island residents with more straightforward access to concealed carry of handguns while still maintaining safety standards and restrictions.

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