Bill > HB97

This bill modifies the requirements for obtaining a permit to operate as a precious metals dealer by eliminating the need for applicants to submit fingerprints directly to the chief law-enforcement officer. Instead, the chief law-enforcement officer will now be responsible for confirming that an applicant has not been convicted of a felony or a crime of moral turpitude within the seven years preceding their application, using either a fingerprint-based or computerized criminal background check. This change streamlines the application process while still ensuring that individuals with a history of serious offenses are not granted permits to deal in precious metals.