The bill amends Minnesota Statutes 2024, section 624.7192, to enhance protections for firearm owners during a state of emergency. It specifically prohibits any governmental unit or official from closing or limiting the operating hours of businesses, including gun ranges, during such emergencies, unless the restrictions apply equally to all forms of commerce. This amendment aims to ensure that shooting ranges remain operational and accessible to the public, even in times of public disorder or disaster.

Additionally, the bill outlines the conditions under which peace officers may temporarily disarm individuals and mandates the return of seized firearms and related items unless specific legal conditions are met. It also provides individuals aggrieved by violations of this section with the right to seek legal relief, including the immediate return of confiscated items and the recovery of court costs and attorney fees if they prevail in court. The effective date of this amendment is set for the day following its final enactment.

Statutes affected:
Introduction: 624.7192