AZ HB2345

Removes the requirement that permit applicants demonstrate prior firearms training or competence, instead requiring completion of an approved eight-hour firearms safety training program (with exemptions for active/retired peace officers, certified detention officers, and those with military firearms proficiency certificates).

Eliminates the distinction between carrying a concealed deadly weapon without a permit in furtherance of a felony versus general unlawful concealed carry, making all violations of carrying concealed weapons without a permit subject to consistent penalties.

Creates a new permit suspension system where failing to carry a permit while in possession of a concealed weapon results in automatic suspension, with restoration possible upon presentation of the permit to law enforcement or court.

Changes the penalty for a permitted person failing to present their permit on law enforcement request from a civil penalty of up to $300 to a class 2 misdemeanor offense.

Removes provisions restricting law enforcement access to the computerized permit record system and adds new requirements for firearms safety training program approval by the Department of Public Safety.