This bill amends existing Iowa law regarding the minimum age for acquiring or carrying weapons, specifically lowering the age from twenty-one to eighteen. It modifies several sections of the Code, including Section 724.8, which now states that individuals under eighteen years of age can acquire a permit. Additionally, Section 724.15 is updated to reflect that individuals under eighteen years of age are subject to the same regulations, and Section 724.22 outlines the penalties for selling or providing firearms to individuals under eighteen, changing the previous age limit from twenty-one.

The bill also introduces provisions for parental or guardian supervision, allowing those who are eighteen or older to permit minors under their care to possess firearms under direct supervision. Furthermore, it establishes strict liability for parents or guardians if a minor under fourteen possesses a firearm, ensuring accountability for any resulting damages. Overall, the bill aims to align the legal framework with the new minimum age of eighteen for acquiring and carrying weapons while ensuring safety measures are in place for minors.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 724.8, 724.15, 724.22