The bill amends Minnesota Statutes 2024, section 624.714, subdivision 17, to allow establishments with on-sale intoxicating liquor licenses to prohibit off-duty peace officers from carrying firearms within their premises. Specifically, it introduces new language that permits these establishments to deny access to off-duty peace officers regarding firearm possession, while maintaining the existing rights of private establishments to regulate firearm carry under certain conditions. The bill also clarifies that the owner or operator of a private establishment may require off-duty peace officers to display official credentials before granting them entry.

Additionally, the bill modifies the existing provisions related to firearm carry in private establishments, including the definition of a "reasonable request" for prohibiting firearms and the requirements for signage. It retains the stipulation that private establishments cannot prohibit lawful firearm carry in parking facilities and outlines the penalties for non-compliance with the established rules. Overall, the bill aims to enhance the authority of liquor-licensed establishments in managing firearm possession on their premises while ensuring clarity in the legal framework governing such regulations.

Statutes affected:
Introduction: 624.714