MN HF3238

Prohibits persons subject to domestic violence restraining orders under sections 260C.201 and 518B.01 from possessing firearms for the duration of the order if the order restrains harassment/stalking/threatening conduct and includes a finding that the person represents a credible threat to physical safety.

Requires persons subject to firearms restrictions to transfer all firearms within three business days to a federally licensed dealer, law enforcement agency, or third party, with transfers documented through notarized affidavits or proof of transfer filed with the court.

Allows law enforcement to take immediate possession of firearms if the court finds the person poses an imminent risk of causing substantial bodily harm, with provisions for temporary storage and return after the prohibition period expires.

Expands firearm prohibitions for persons convicted of domestic assault (609.2242) and stalking (609.749) to include all firearms rather than just pistols, and requires surrender of firearms during prohibition periods with similar transfer procedures.

Establishes criminal liability (gross misdemeanor) for third parties who accept transferred firearms if they allow the prohibited person to regain access, with an affirmative defense for those exercising due care to prevent access.