Bill > SB507

This bill modifies New Mexico's Concealed Handgun Carry Act with several significant changes to firearm license regulations. The bill lowers the minimum age for obtaining a concealed handgun license from 21 to 19, expands eligibility to include lawful permanent residents, and simplifies the licensing requirements by removing specific caliber and category restrictions. The bill introduces new provisions for license renewal, including a streamlined process that no longer requires a refresher firearms training course, and establishes a process for transferring concealed handgun licenses from other states. It also adds detailed terms and conditions for license holders, such as restrictions on carrying weapons in certain locations like schools, child care facilities, and establishments serving alcohol, and requirements to notify authorities about certain personal changes or legal circumstances. The training course requirements are modified, reducing the mandatory training length from 15 to 6 hours and maintaining comprehensive instruction on firearm safety, legal considerations, and personal protection techniques. Additionally, the bill updates language to be gender-neutral and makes minor technical amendments to existing statutes related to unlawful weapon carrying.

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https://www.nmlegis.gov/Legislation/Legislation?chamber=S&legtype=B&legno=507&year=25