Bill > H2159

This bill establishes a statewide gun offender registry, requiring individuals convicted of certain gun offenses to register their personal information, including addresses and conviction details. This registry will be maintained by a newly created Gun Offender Registry Board, which will classify offenders into three levels based on their risk of reoffense and potential danger to the public, with Level 3 offenders subject to public notification. The bill outlines procedures for registration, annual verification, and notification of address changes, and specifies that certain information will be accessible to the public online, while other details will remain confidential. It also details penalties for failing to register or providing false information, and establishes rules for requesting and using registry information, including warnings against misuse. The bill also includes provisions for hearings and judicial review of an offender's classification and registration requirements, and assesses a $75 registration fee, with provisions for waivers due to undue hardship.