This bill amends several sections of Louisiana law regarding the illegal carrying of weapons and the use of firearms in self-defense. Notably, it changes the language from "the handgun" to "a firearm" in R.S. 9:2793.12(B), clarifying that authorized individuals are not liable for damages resulting from justified use of force with any firearm. Additionally, it modifies the introductory paragraph of R.S. 14:95(M) to replace "Paragraph" with "Subparagraph," and it adds new subsections (L), (M), (N), and (O) to R.S. 40:1379.3(I), which outlines the restrictions for individuals carrying handguns.

Furthermore, the bill specifies that individuals with concealed handgun permits or those carrying handguns must notify law enforcement officers when approached and comply with requests for temporary disarmament. It establishes penalties for non-compliance, including a six-month automatic suspension of the permit for permit holders and additional penalties for those carrying handguns under R.S. 14:95(M). The bill is set to take effect on July 4, 2024, or upon legislative approval if vetoed by the governor.

Statutes affected:
SB152 Original: 14:95(M), 40:3(I)
SB152 Engrossed: 9:12(B), 14:95(M), 40:3(I)(1), 40:3(I)(3)
SB152 Reengrossed: 9:12(B), 14:95(M), 40:3(I)(1), 40:3(I)(3)
SB152 Enrolled: 9:12(B), 14:95(M), 14:95(N), 40:3(I)(1), 40:3(I)(3)
SB152 Act : 9:12(B), 14:95(M), 14:95(N), 40:3(I)(1), 40:3(I)(3)