This bill amends several sections of the Revised Statutes Supplement, 2025, to enhance regulations surrounding firearms in relation to domestic violence. It mandates that individuals convicted of misdemeanor domestic violence or those subject to domestic abuse protection orders must surrender their firearms and ammunition. The bill outlines the responsibilities of courts, law enforcement, and other entities in enforcing these requirements, including the development of a standard affidavit form for compliance. It also establishes penalties for non-compliance, classifying violations as a Class I misdemeanor.

Additionally, the bill introduces provisions for the enforcement of foreign domestic abuse protection orders, allowing individuals protected by such orders to petition for the surrender of firearms from foreign respondents in Nebraska. The court is required to hold a hearing within fourteen days of the petition and can issue an order for the surrender of firearms if certain conditions are met. The bill aims to harmonize existing laws and ensure that individuals who pose a risk due to domestic violence are prohibited from possessing firearms, thereby enhancing public safety.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 26-101, 26-106, 26-112, 26-115, 26-116, 26-118, 26-121