MN HF3951

Bureau of Criminal Apprehension must develop and maintain a centralized voluntary database for individuals requesting prohibition from purchasing pistols, semiautomatic military-style assault weapons, or any other firearm.

Individuals may select from three irrevocable term options: one year, five years (with first year irrevocable), or 20 years (with first year irrevocable).

Database information may only be disclosed during firearm transfer investigations under section 624.7132, subdivision 2, or to the individual subject of the information.

Individuals may request removal of their information after their term expires by submitting a form, or during a revocable period by submitting a form with an affidavit from a licensed psychiatrist or psychologist stating they may possess a firearm safely.

Individuals listed in the voluntary database are disqualified from obtaining transferee permits and cannot purchase firearms during their prohibition term, regardless of other eligibility criteria.