Bill > HB5341

This bill modifies Michigan's existing weapon concealment laws by making several key changes to the penalties and conditions for carrying concealed weapons. Specifically, the bill updates language to make the statute gender-neutral by replacing phrases like "his or her" with more inclusive terms like "that person's". The bill introduces a new provision that creates a civil infraction for first-time offenders who have let their concealed pistol license expire within the past year, allowing them to pay a $330 fine instead of facing the previous felony charge with potential imprisonment of up to 5 years and a $2,500 fine. To qualify for this civil infraction, the individual must still be eligible to obtain a concealed pistol license under existing state law. The bill also explicitly states that receiving a civil infraction for an expired license does not permit law enforcement to seize the person's firearm. These changes aim to provide a more graduated approach to enforcing concealed weapon licensing requirements, offering a less punitive option for individuals who have inadvertently allowed their licenses to lapse.

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https://legislature.mi.gov/Bills/Bill?ObjectName=2025-HB-5341