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This bill introduces a new requirement for firearm storage in Tennessee, making it a criminal offense to store a firearm in any location without proper security measures. Specifically, the law mandates that firearms must either be secured in a locked container or equipped with a tamper-resistant mechanical lock or safety device that prevents unauthorized use. The security measure must render the firearm inoperable by anyone other than the owner or another legally authorized user. Violations of this storage requirement would be classified as a Class A misdemeanor, which typically carries potential penalties of up to one year in jail and/or a fine. The bill includes an important exception for firearms that are being carried by or are under the direct control of the owner or another authorized user. The new law is set to take effect on July 1, 2025, giving gun owners time to comply with the new storage requirements. The goal of this legislation appears to be enhancing firearm safety and preventing unauthorized access to firearms, particularly by children or other unauthorized individuals.

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https://wapp.capitol.tn.gov/apps/Billinfo/default.aspx?BillNumber=SB1183&ga=114