The bill amends the Minnesota Personal Protection Act to establish lifetime permits for carrying handguns, thereby eliminating the previous five-year expiration requirement for such permits. It also reduces the application fee for permits to carry, allowing sheriffs to charge a fee not exceeding $100, with a portion allocated to the general fund. The bill modifies the application process, requiring applicants to submit specific documentation, including proof of training in the safe use of a pistol, and mandates that sheriffs must purge records of applicants who are no longer current permit holders annually.

Additionally, the bill introduces a provision for individuals with valid permits issued before August 1, 2023, to request a replacement permit card that aligns with the new lifetime permit requirements. The issuing sheriff may charge a fee of up to $10 for this replacement. The amendments aim to streamline the permitting process while ensuring that applicants meet necessary training and eligibility criteria.

Statutes affected:
Introduction: 624.714