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TN SB1318
TN SB1318AN ACT to amend Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 39 and Title 40, relative to criminal justice.
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Introduced
02/06/2025
02/06/2025
In Committee
Crossed Over
Passed
05/08/2025
05/08/2025
Dead
Signed/Enacted/Adopted
05/08/2025
05/08/2025
Introduced Session
114th General Assembly
Bill Summary
As enacted, clarifies that an applicant who has a DUI conviction that occurred within five years from the date of application or renewal is not eligible for an enhanced handgun carry permit; lowers the age for an applicant for an enhanced handgun carry permit from 21 to 18 if other eligibility requirements for issuance of the permit are met. - Amends TCA Title 39 and Title 40.
AI Summary
This bill makes several changes to Tennessee's handgun carry permit regulations. It modifies the requirements for obtaining a handgun carry permit by lowering the minimum age from 21 to 18 years old, allowing more young adults to apply for permits. The bill clarifies that applicants must be U.S. citizens or permanent lawful residents and are not prohibited from purchasing or possessing a firearm under various state and federal laws. Additionally, the bill adjusts the driving under the influence (DUI) conviction restrictions, specifying that applicants cannot have two or more DUI convictions within a ten-year period, with no convictions occurring within five years of the permit application. The changes aim to provide clearer guidelines for handgun carry permit eligibility while potentially expanding access to permits for younger adults. The bill will take effect immediately upon becoming law, as deemed necessary for the public welfare.
Committee Categories
Justice
Sponsors (4)
Last Action
Comp. became Pub. Ch. 356 (on 05/08/2025)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://wapp.capitol.tn.gov/apps/Billinfo/default.aspx?BillNumber=SB1318&ga=114 |
| BillText | https://publications.tnsosfiles.com/acts/114/pub/pc0356.pdf |
| Amendment 1-0 to SB1318 | https://www.capitol.tn.gov/Bills/114/Amend/SA0386.pdf |
| Fiscal Memo for SA0386 (4362) | https://www.capitol.tn.gov/Bills/114/Fiscal/FM0366.pdf |
| Fiscal Note - SB1318 | https://www.capitol.tn.gov/Bills/114/Fiscal/SB1318.pdf |
| BillText | https://www.capitol.tn.gov/Bills/114/Bill/SB1318.pdf |
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