Senate Bill 330 amends current Wisconsin law regarding the waiting period for the purchase of handguns. The bill establishes a mandatory 48-hour waiting period during which a federally licensed firearms dealer cannot transfer a handgun to a purchaser after requesting a background check from the Department of Justice. This change is reflected in the amended title of section 175.35, which now specifies "Waiting period for the purchase of handguns," and in the revised language of section 175.35 (2) (d), which clarifies that the transfer can only occur after 48 hours have elapsed since the background check request.

Additionally, the bill modifies section 175.35 (2g) (c) 4. c. to stipulate that if the Department of Justice requires more time than the 48 hours provided under section (2) (d) to determine if a person is prohibited from possessing a firearm, they must make every reasonable effort to notify the firearms dealer of the results within five working days. This legislation aims to enhance the background check process and ensure that potential purchasers are thoroughly vetted before being allowed to acquire handguns.

Statutes affected:
Bill Text: 175.35(title), 175.35, 175.35(2)(d), 175.35(2g)(c)4.c