New Firearm Sales Rules: Enhanced Security and Oversight
This act introduces significant changes to firearm sales regulations, aiming to enhance public safety. Citizens can expect stricter controls for gun dealers, making it harder for criminals to acquire firearms. The changes also include new requirements for gun storage and record-keeping, intended to reduce thefts.
Key points
Increased Security: Gun dealers will face new, stricter security requirements, such as locked metal cabinets, alarm systems, and video surveillance, to prevent thefts.
Improved Oversight: Quarterly firearm inventory checks for dealers and electronic databases will be mandatory, facilitating gun tracing and detection of irregularities.
More Information: Government agencies will be able to retain background check records longer (90 business days instead of 24 hours) and will have broader access to electronic databases for criminal investigations.
New Rules for Online Platforms: Online platforms facilitating firearm sales will need to be licensed and ensure transactions are completed by licensed dealers with required background checks.
Increased Licensing Fees: Fees for firearm importers, manufacturers, and dealers will be doubled, potentially impacting business operating costs in this industry.
Greater Dealer Accountability: Penalties for violations are increased, and licenses can be suspended or revoked for repeated or severe infractions.
Employee Background Checks: Gun dealers must conduct background checks on employees who handle firearms to ensure they are not prohibited from possessing them.
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