Bill > HB483

This bill modifies existing Pennsylvania law regarding the confidentiality of information collected during firearm sales or transfers. Currently, information provided by potential firearm purchasers or transferees is confidential and not subject to public disclosure. The bill changes this provision to allow such information to be used as evidence in criminal prosecutions if the potential purchaser, transferee, or applicant is facing criminal charges under firearm-related laws. Additionally, the bill maintains strong penalties for unauthorized disclosure of this confidential information, stipulating that any person, licensed dealer, or government agency that improperly discloses such information can be held liable for civil damages of $1,000 per occurrence or three times the actual damages incurred, whichever is greater, plus reasonable attorney fees. The bill will take effect 60 days after its enactment, providing time for relevant parties to understand and implement the new provisions.

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