SB392 Summary

• Creates a statewide "Lifetime Carry Permit" administered by the Alabama State Law Enforcement Agency, replacing county-by-county pistol permits with a standardized process and linked to the driver license system.

• Residents age 21 and active duty/retired military age 18 may apply for a permit through any county sheriff, with a $150 fee (60% to state, 40% to county sheriff) and no renewal requirements for life.

• Establishes background check requirements including National Instant Criminal Background Check System and Immigration Alien Query for non-citizens, with sheriffs issuing approvals or denials within 30 days.

• Creates permit revocation procedures when individuals are convicted of disqualifying crimes or when law enforcement/courts find probable cause to believe permit holders are prohibited from firearm possession or pose a danger.

• Requires Alabama State Law Enforcement Agency to review permits every four years, establishes appeal process to district court with burden of proof on the agency, and makes mandatory delivery violations a Class C felony.