Senate Bill 2274 Summary

• Chief law enforcement officers must provide certification within 30 days when required by federal law for the transfer or making of firearms covered under the National Firearms Act, unless the applicant is legally prohibited from possessing firearms.

• Officers cannot refuse certification based on generalized objections to private firearm ownership or specific firearm types, and must provide written notification with reasons if they deny a request.

• Officers may only require information necessary to identify applicants and conduct criminal background checks, and cannot demand access to or inspection of private premises as a condition of certification.

• Applicants denied certification may appeal to district court in their county of residence, and if the court finds the applicant is not prohibited from possessing the firearm, it shall order the officer to issue certification and award court costs and attorney's fees.

• Chief law enforcement officers and their employees acting in good faith are immune from liability arising from acts or omissions in making certifications under this section.