Bill > HF416

This bill modifies Minnesota's existing law regarding permits to carry pistols by lowering the minimum age of eligibility from 21 to 18 years old. Specifically, the bill amends section 624.714, subdivision 2 of Minnesota Statutes, which outlines the requirements for obtaining a permit to carry a pistol. Under the proposed changes, individuals who are 18 years old (previously 21) can now apply for a permit, provided they meet other existing criteria such as completing firearm safety training, being a U.S. citizen or permanent resident, and not being prohibited from possessing a firearm under various state and federal laws. The bill maintains other existing requirements, including that applications are made to the county sheriff where the applicant resides, and that the permit is valid throughout the state. This change effectively reduces the age barrier for obtaining a carry permit, giving younger adults the legal right to apply for a permit to carry a pistol in Minnesota.

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