Bill > SB942

This bill requires that if a court orders an individual to undergo assisted outpatient treatment, and the court determines that the individual is likely to endanger themselves or others if they have access to a firearm, the court must order that individual to surrender any firearms they possess to law enforcement and prohibit them from purchasing or possessing firearms for the duration of the treatment order. The bill defines "firearm" as stated in Section 5-101 of the Public Safety Article and outlines procedures for the surrender and seizure of firearms, including the issuance of receipts, secure storage by law enforcement, and the process for the individual to reclaim their firearms once the treatment order expires, provided they are legally permitted to own them. It also details options for individuals who do not wish to reclaim their firearms, such as selling them to a licensed dealer or another eligible individual, or requesting their destruction, and establishes protocols for third parties claiming ownership of seized firearms.

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https://mgaleg.maryland.gov/mgawebsite/Legislation/Details/SB0942?ys=2026RS