This bill establishes new traffic regulations concerning the storage of firearms in unattended vehicles in Kansas. It prohibits individuals from leaving handguns or other firearms in unattended vehicles unless they are securely stored in locked containers that are out of plain view. Specific requirements for the storage of handguns and other firearms are outlined, including the necessity for a tamper-resistant lock for soft-sided containers. The bill also specifies that these regulations apply to vehicles parked on highways, public property, and private property open to the public, while providing exceptions for certain individuals, such as law enforcement officers and those engaged in agricultural activities.

Additionally, the bill mandates the creation of educational materials by the office of the attorney general to inform the public about the unlawful storage of firearms in unattended vehicles. It includes provisions for immunity from fines for individuals who report a lost or stolen firearm within 48 hours of the incident. The bill amends K.S.A. 8-2118 and repeals the existing section, introducing a new traffic infraction with a specified fine of $100 for violations related to the unlawful storage of firearms in unattended vehicles.

Statutes affected:
As introduced: 8-2118, 8-1556