HB 2535 Summary

• Requires chief law enforcement officers to provide federal certification for firearm transfers within 60 days if the applicant is not prohibited by law from receiving the firearm.

• Mandates written notification of denial and reasons if certification cannot be provided.

• Allows small law enforcement agencies with 15 or fewer peace officers to refer applicants to the county sheriff for certification.

• Prohibits officers from refusing certification based on generalized objections to private firearm possession, but allows refusal if certification would be knowingly untrue.

• Applies protections under section 12-820.02 to officers providing certifications and excludes county attorneys and tribal agencies from requirements.