The bill amends R.S. 14:95.1(A) to enhance regulations regarding the illegal possession of firearms and the carrying of concealed weapons by individuals with certain felony convictions. Specifically, it prohibits individuals who have been convicted of violent crimes, simple burglary, and other specified felonies from possessing firearms or carrying concealed weapons. Notably, the bill removes the specific mention of "burglary of a pharmacy" from the list of offenses that disqualify individuals from firearm possession.

Additionally, the bill introduces new provisions that extend the restrictions to individuals who committed felony-grade delinquent acts while in possession of a firearm, provided they were adjudicated at ages fifteen or sixteen and are under twenty-two at the time of the violation. However, it exempts individuals who have been accepted into military service from these restrictions. This amendment aims to address concerns about youth involvement in firearm-related offenses while balancing the rights of those serving in the military.

Statutes affected:
SB377 Original: 14:1(A)
SB377 Engrossed: 14:1(A)
SB377 Enrolled: 14:1(A)
SB377 Act 63: 14:1(A)