The bill amends the existing law regulating the sale, purchase, possession, and carrying of firearms in Michigan, specifically focusing on the licensing requirements for individuals. It stipulates that no person may purchase, carry, possess, or transport a pistol or any firearm without first obtaining a license, with the exception of purchases made before February 13, 2024. The bill also outlines the qualifications for applicants seeking a license, including age, citizenship, and mental health status, while detailing the responsibilities of licensing authorities in issuing licenses to qualified applicants.

Additionally, the bill introduces provisions for individuals on active duty in the Armed Forces regarding the licensing of firearms brought into the state, and it clarifies the process for transferring ownership of firearms through inheritance. It specifies that individuals who are not residents of Michigan may not need a license under certain conditions, such as being licensed in their home state and possessing the firearm for lawful purposes. The bill also includes penalties for forgery on license applications and mandates that licensing authorities implement these regulations during normal business hours.

Statutes affected:
House Introduced Bill: 28.422