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IN SB0036
Bill
AI Summary
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Repeals the definition of "alcohol abuser" from Indiana Code sections 35-31.5-2-14 and 35-47-1-2, effective July 1, 2016.
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Removes "alcohol or a drug abuser" as a disqualifying factor in the "proper person" definition for handgun license eligibility, leaving only drug abuser as a disqualifying criterion.
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Prohibits law enforcement from questioning handgun license applicants during interviews or on application forms about any criminal convictions for operating a vehicle under the influence of alcohol in violation of IC 9-30-5.
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Makes conforming amendments to handgun licensing procedures to reflect the removal of alcohol-related disqualifications.
Legislative Description
Handgun licenses and alcohol. Repeals references to "alcohol abuser" for purposes of determining who is a proper person to receive a license to carry a handgun. Makes conforming amendments. Provides that, during an interview with an applicant concerning a license to carry a handgun or in an application form submitted by an applicant to obtain a license to carry a handgun, the applicant may not be questioned about any criminal convictions the applicant may have for operating a vehicle under the influence of alcohol in violation of the law concerning operating a vehicle while intoxicated.
Last Action
Withdrawn
1/19/2016