The bill amends several sections of the North Dakota Century Code concerning the definition and regulation of dangerous weapons, particularly firearms, at public gatherings. It updates the definition of "dangerous weapon" to include knives with blades of six inches or more, while excluding certain self-defense devices. The bill specifies that individuals are prohibited from possessing firearms or dangerous weapons at schools, places of worship, and publicly owned buildings, with exceptions for law enforcement, military personnel, and certain authorized individuals. Additionally, it allows political subdivisions and the state board of higher education to enact less restrictive policies regarding firearm possession at public gatherings.

Furthermore, the bill outlines the requirements for individuals carrying concealed firearms, including the necessity to present a valid license or digital image of the license upon request by law enforcement. It establishes penalties for violations, changing the classification of offenses related to the possession of firearms at public gatherings and the failure to produce a license. The bill also introduces a fee structure for certain violations, including a $100 fee for knowingly violating the public gathering restrictions and a $20 fee for failing to produce a concealed carry license upon request.

Statutes affected:
INTRODUCED: 62.1-01-01, 62.1-02-05, 62.1-04-04
Adopted by the House Energy and Natural Resources Committee: 62.1-01-01, 62.1-02-05, 62.1-04-04
FIRST ENGROSSMENT: 62.1-01-01, 62.1-02-05, 62.1-04-04
Prepared by the Legislative Council staff for Senator Myrdal: 62.1-01-01, 62.1-02-05, 62.1-04-03, 62.1-04-04
Enrollment: 62.1-01-01, 62.1-02-05, 62.1-04-03, 62.1-04-04