This bill aims to enhance public safety by prohibiting the sale and possession of ghost guns, which are firearms that lack a unique serial number or are manufactured using three-dimensional printers by individuals who are not federally licensed firearms manufacturers. The legislation introduces new definitions and requirements, including the necessity for firearms to have serial numbers, and establishes penalties for individuals who own, sell, or transfer ghost guns. It also limits the assembly of firearms by non-licensed individuals to three per calendar year and mandates that any firearm or unfinished frame or receiver lacking a serial number must be serialized by a federal firearms licensee by August 1, 2026, or otherwise disposed of.

Additionally, the bill prohibits the distribution of digital firearm design files and outlines the responsibilities of federal firearms licensees in assigning and applying unique serial numbers. It includes provisions for public education on these new requirements and repeals a previous statute related to the removal or alteration of serial numbers on firearms. The bill emphasizes strict enforcement, with penalties of up to five years in prison or fines of up to $10,000 for violations.

Statutes affected:
Introduction: 609.667