The proposed "Jaimes Law" seeks to amend Florida Statutes section 790.065 to mandate background checks for the sale or transfer of ammunition, aligning these requirements with existing firearm regulations. Licensed importers, manufacturers, or dealers will be 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 also outlines exceptions to this requirement, such as for individuals with valid concealed weapons licenses and certain specific transfers of ammunition. Additionally, it introduces provisions allowing for the transfer of ammunition without a background check under certain conditions, provided the transferor has no reason to believe the transferee will misuse the ammunition.

The bill includes technical changes to the approval process for firearm and ammunition purchases, 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, the department must revoke this approval and notify local law enforcement. It also clarifies that while the Department may maintain transaction records as required by federal law, it cannot retain purchaser names or transaction details. The bill establishes penalties for providing false information during purchases and outlines exemptions for licensed dealers from certain compliance requirements. The law is set to take effect on October 1, 2026.