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DE HB192

Bill

Status

Passed

8/17/2015

Primary Sponsor

John Mitchell

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Origin

House of Representatives

148th General Assembly

AI Summary

  • Amends Delaware Code Title 22, Section 111 to permit municipal governments to adopt ordinances regulating firearms, ammunition, components of firearms, and explosives in police stations and municipal buildings.

  • Requires that restricted areas in municipal buildings and police stations be clearly marked with conspicuous signs at each entrance specifying possession restrictions.

  • Allows persons to immediately forgo entry or exit a building without penalty if they are carrying firearms, ammunition, components, or explosives.

  • Exempts from restrictions law enforcement officers, licensed concealed carry permit holders, federal officers, and employees of banks and carriers engaged in protection of valuables.

  • Prohibits municipal ordinances from restricting these items in parking facilities and permits municipalities to establish penalties for intentional violations.

Legislative Description

An Act To Amend Title 22 Of The Delaware Code Relating To The Possession Of Firearms, Ammunition, And Explosives In Municipal Buildings And Police Stations By Non-licensed Persons.

Last Action

Signed by Governor

8/17/2015

Committee Referrals

Community/County Affairs6/23/2015
Public Safety & Homeland Security6/16/2015

Full Bill Text

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