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DE HB201

Bill

Status

Passed

8/17/2015

Primary Sponsor

John Mitchell

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Origin

House of Representatives

148th General Assembly

AI Summary

  • Allows county governments to adopt ordinances regulating possession of firearms, ammunition, components of firearms, and explosives in police stations and county buildings.

  • Requires restricted areas to be clearly marked with conspicuous signs at each entrance, and allows counties to specify that violators may be denied entry or ordered to leave.

  • Exempts from restrictions law enforcement officers, licensed concealed carry permit holders, federal officers, and employees of banks/carriers whose duties require protecting valuables.

  • Permits law enforcement agencies to conduct firearms training, safety programs, and public amnesty/donation programs in police stations and county buildings.

  • Defines "county building" as any building where a county government entity meets in official capacity or containing offices of elected officials and public employees, excluding parking facilities.

Legislative Description

An Act To Amend Title 9 Of The Delaware Code Relating To The Possession Of Firearms, Ammunition, And Explosives In County Buildings And Police Stations By Non-licensed Persons.

Last Action

Signed by Governor

8/17/2015

Committee Referrals

Community/County Affairs6/23/2015

Full Bill Text

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