The bill amends Section 18-3302 of the Idaho Code by removing a provision that previously restricted the carrying of concealed weapons. It emphasizes the right of Idaho residents to keep and bear arms while allowing the legislature to regulate concealed carry. The amendment clarifies definitions related to concealed weapons, including what constitutes a "deadly weapon" and the conditions under which individuals may carry concealed weapons without a license. The bill also outlines the requirements for obtaining a concealed carry license, including background checks and disqualification criteria, establishes a fee structure for issuance and renewal, and prohibits local governments from imposing additional requirements.

Furthermore, the bill allows individuals aged eighteen to twenty-one to obtain a concealed carry license, which will expire on their twenty-first birthday. It specifies that individuals carrying concealed weapons in violation of the law will be guilty of a misdemeanor and outlines conditions for license revocation by sheriffs. Additionally, it exempts individuals aged twenty-one and older with a valid concealed carry license from background checks when purchasing firearms from federally licensed dealers, except for temporary emergency licenses. The bill clarifies the rights of private property owners regarding concealed weapons, removes restrictions on carrying concealed weapons on public property, and mandates the attorney general to seek recognition of Idaho's concealed carry licenses with other states. The act is set to take effect on July 1, 2025.

Statutes affected:
Bill Text: 18-3302