Bill Sponsor
Indiana House Bill 1296
Session 2022
Firearms matters.
Became Law
Became Law
Signed by Governor on Mar 21, 2022
Sponsors
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Ben Smaltz
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Jon Ford
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Andy Zay
First Action
Jan 10, 2022
Latest Action
Mar 21, 2022
Origin Chamber
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Bill Number
1296
State
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2022
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House Votes (0)
Senate Votes (1)
House votes are unavailable for this bill.
Summary
Repeals the law that requires a person to obtain a license to carry a handgun in Indiana. Specifies that certain persons who are not otherwise prohibited from carrying or possessing a handgun are not required to obtain or possess a license or permit from the state to carry a handgun in Indiana. Prohibits certain individuals from knowingly or intentionally carrying a handgun. Creates the crime of "unlawful carrying of a handgun" and specifies the penalties for committing this crime. Allows particular individuals who do not meet the requirements to receive a handgun license and are not otherwise prohibited to carry a handgun in limited places. Allows a resident of Indiana to obtain in certain circumstances a license to carry a handgun in Indiana. Makes theft of a firearm a Level 5 felony. Defines certain terms. Makes conforming amendments and repeals obsolete provisions.
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Record Created
Jan 8, 2022 1:22:05 AM
Record Updated
Jul 22, 2022 6:06:07 PM