The bill amends Michigan's existing laws on the licensing and carrying of concealed pistols, specifically targeting sections 5b and 5l of the 1927 PA 372. Key changes include a requirement for applicants to apply through their county clerk, submit a complete application form, and provide fingerprints within 45 days. The application must include personal information, a statement of eligibility, and a certificate of completed training. Notably, the bill exempts veterans from the $100 application and licensing fee and mandates that county clerks retain copies of applications, with the option to destroy records after one year post-expiration of the license. The bill also emphasizes a thorough verification process by the Department of State Police to check for disqualifying factors, such as felony convictions and mental health issues, and establishes strict penalties for providing false information.

Additionally, the bill clarifies eligibility criteria, specifying that applicants must not have been found guilty but mentally ill, must not be subject to involuntary commitment, and must not pose a danger to themselves or others. It outlines the licensing process, including timelines for application processing and the issuance of temporary licenses if a decision is not made within 45 days. The bill also introduces definitions for terms like "mental illness" and "veteran," and waives educational requirements for retired police officers and veterans. Furthermore, it allows for a simplified renewal process without re-fingerprinting under certain conditions and ensures that a receipt issued during renewal serves as a temporary license until a new license or notice of disqualification is issued.

Statutes affected:
House Introduced Bill: 28.425