Bill > SF3825

This bill amends Minnesota Statutes 2024, section 609.666, to expand the definition of a "loaded" firearm to include those with ammunition in the chamber or magazine, regardless of whether a child could fire it, and to make it a gross misdemeanor for anyone to negligently store or leave a loaded firearm where a child *or* a person prohibited from possessing firearms under section 624.713, subdivision 1, is likely to gain access, unless reasonable steps are taken to secure the firearm from such individuals. Section 624.713, subdivision 1, generally outlines who is prohibited from possessing firearms, such as convicted felons or those with certain domestic violence convictions. The bill's intent is to enhance public safety by ensuring loaded firearms are stored in a manner that prevents access by minors and individuals legally barred from owning guns.

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https://www.revisor.mn.gov/bills/94/2026/0/SF/3825/