The bill proposes the enactment of a new section in New Mexico law that allows adults aged eighteen and older to carry firearms without a permit, provided they are not prohibited by federal or state law or a court order. This new provision permits both concealed and open carry of loaded firearms, while also clarifying that carrying an unloaded firearm is permissible. Additionally, the bill amends existing definitions and regulations regarding the carrying of deadly weapons, specifically excluding firearms from certain definitions and modifying the conditions under which carrying a deadly weapon is considered unlawful.

Furthermore, the bill repeals previous sections of law that regulated the carrying of firearms, thereby streamlining the legal framework surrounding firearm possession and carry in New Mexico. Notable amendments include changes to the definitions of "carrying a deadly weapon," the conditions under which carrying is considered unlawful, and the stipulations regarding carrying weapons on public transportation. Overall, the legislation aims to simplify and expand the rights of individuals to carry firearms in the state.

Statutes affected:
introduced version: 30-7-1, 30-7-2, 30-7-13