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SC H3159

Bill

Official Source

Status

Introduced

1/14/2025

Primary Sponsor

Richard Yow

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Origin

House of Representatives

126th General Assembly

AI Summary

  • Removes restrictions that previously prohibited qualified retired law enforcement officers from carrying concealed weapons onto certain premises listed in Section 23-31-220
  • Allows qualified retired law enforcement officers to carry concealed weapons if they possess proper identification and have met firearm training/qualification standards within the past year
  • Requires the State Law Enforcement Division (SLED) to issue concealed weapon permits at no charge to qualified retired law enforcement officers who meet the requirements and do not already hold a valid South Carolina Concealed Weapon Permit
  • Maintains the prohibition on carrying concealed weapons into another person's residence without the owner's express permission
  • Takes effect upon approval by the Governor

Legislative Description

Law enforcement officers

Last Action

Member(s) request name added as sponsor: D.Mitchell, Cromer

2/4/2026

Committee Referrals

Judiciary12/5/2024

Full Bill Text

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