The proposed "Jaimes Law" amends section 790.065 of the Florida Statutes to mandate background checks for the sale or transfer of ammunition, aligning these requirements with those already in place for firearms. Licensed importers, manufacturers, or dealers are required to obtain a completed form from potential buyers, conduct a criminal history check through the Department of Law Enforcement, and charge a processing fee not exceeding $8. The bill outlines exceptions to this requirement, such as for individuals with valid concealed weapons licenses and certain specific transfers of ammunition. It also introduces provisions allowing transfers without a background check if the transferor has no reason to believe the transferee will misuse the ammunition.

Furthermore, the bill modifies the approval process for firearm and ammunition purchases by requiring the Department of Law Enforcement to issue a conditional approval number to licensees within a specified timeframe. If a buyer is later found to be prohibited from ownership, this number will be revoked, and local law enforcement will be notified. The bill clarifies that while the Department may keep transaction records as mandated by federal law, it cannot retain purchaser names or transaction details. It also establishes penalties for providing false information during the purchasing process and outlines exemptions for licensed dealers from compliance with the approval requirements. The act is set to take effect on October 1, 2025.