This bill amends sections 28-1204.05 and 43-2,108.05 of the Revised Statutes Cumulative Supplement, 2024, to modify the provisions regarding unlawful possession of firearms by prohibited juvenile offenders and the sealing of juvenile records. Specifically, it clarifies that a person under the age of twenty-five who has been adjudicated for a felony or misdemeanor crime of domestic violence, including those with sealed records, is prohibited from possessing a firearm. Additionally, the bill allows individuals under this prohibition to petition for an exemption to regain their firearm possession rights, with the court considering their behavior and likelihood of reoffending.

Furthermore, the bill outlines the process for sealing juvenile records, ensuring that once sealed, the records are treated as if they never occurred, and prohibits inquiries about sealed offenses in various contexts, such as employment applications. It also includes provisions for law enforcement agencies to access sealed records under specific circumstances, particularly when assessing firearm eligibility for individuals under twenty-five. The bill repeals the original sections of the law that are being amended.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 28-1204.05