The bill amends the existing law regulating the licensing of concealed pistol carry in Michigan, specifically focusing on the renewal process for such licenses. It establishes that a license is valid until the applicant's birthday, which must fall between four to five years after issuance. The county clerk is required to notify the licensee of the impending expiration and the possibility of renewal, with the notification sent via first-class mail. The renewal application fee is reduced from $115.00 to $30.00, and the bill mandates that the county treasurer deposit this fee into the county's concealed pistol licensing fund. Additionally, the bill allows for online renewal applications and specifies that a digital receipt will serve as a temporary license until the renewal is processed.

The bill also introduces several changes to the renewal requirements, including waiving educational requirements for retired law enforcement officers and allowing applicants to certify completion of training without needing to provide verification. It clarifies that individuals applying for renewal are not required to submit fingerprints again if their previous fingerprints are maintained in the state police's automated fingerprint identification system. The bill aims to streamline the renewal process, reduce costs, and ensure that individuals can continue to carry concealed pistols legally while their applications are being processed.

Statutes affected:
House Introduced Bill: 28.425