CT HB06415

Requires a permit issued by local police chiefs or municipal officials to sell, deliver, or carry electronic defense weapons; applicants must pay a $125 fee and may be required to submit fingerprints for criminal history checks.

Prohibits permit issuance to applicants who have not completed an approved safety course, have felony convictions, certain drug-related convictions, serious juvenile offenses, recent psychiatric hospitalizations, or active restraining orders, or are under age 21.

Permits are valid for five years, renewable, and holders must notify authorities within two business days of address changes; permit information is confidential and not publicly disclosed except to law enforcement and mental health officials.

Exempts peace officers, parole officers, federal marshals, and armed forces members from permit requirements while engaged in official duties or on duty.

Amends statutes to clarify that electronic defense weapons require permits under this new law when carried in vehicles or on a person, establishing penalties for violations.

Requires state police and municipal police departments to develop written policies regarding electronic defense weapons by October 1, 2011.