SF280

SF280 (Legislative Session 94 (2025-2026))

Right to carry without a permit provision and optional permit to carry provision

Related bill: HF285

AI Generated Summary

The legislative bill SF No 280 aims to allow individuals in Minnesota to carry firearms without the need for a permit, although it still provides an option for obtaining a permit if desired. This bill amends existing state statutes to ensure that any person who isn't legally prohibited from possessing a firearm can carry one in public spaces such as vehicles, snowmobiles, or boats, and on their person. The bill also defines what constitutes a public place for the purpose of carrying firearms.

Additionally, it outlines a detailed process for obtaining an optional carry permit, which includes criteria such as completing a safe use of pistol training, being over 21, and passing certain legal and background checks. The permit, valid throughout the state, would be issued by the county sheriff and would need to be renewed every five years. The bill also requires the maintenance of a database for issued or denied permits and mandates annual reporting on the activity related to these permits. Furthermore, specific sections of the existing statutes that require a permit to carry are proposed to be repealed by this bill.

Bill text versions

Introduction PDF file

Actions

Date	Chamber	Where	Type	Name	Committee Name
January 20, 2025	Senate	Floor	Action	Introduction and first reading
January 20, 2025	Senate	Floor	Action	Referred to	Judiciary and Public Safety
March 23, 2025	Senate	Floor	Action	Author stricken
March 23, 2025	Senate	Floor	Action	Author stricken

Citations

[
  {
    "analysis": {
      "added": [
        "New provision allowing carrying without a permit under specific conditions."
      ],
      "removed": [
        "Repeals previous mandatory permit requirements under subdivisions 1a and 1b."
      ],
      "summary": "This bill includes major revisions to the existing gun laws under section 624.714 particularly regarding permits for carrying firearms.",
      "modified": [
        "Amends criteria for issuing permits, application process, and establishes penalties under subdivision 7."
      ]
    },
    "citation": "624.714"
  },
  {
    "analysis": {
      "added": [],
      "removed": [],
      "summary": "This statute relates to domestic abuse orders which can affect firearm possession eligibility amended under optional permit issuance.",
      "modified": [
        "References conditions where firearm possession is prohibited under subdivision 14."
      ]
    },
    "citation": "518B.01"
  },
  {
    "analysis": {
      "added": [],
      "removed": [],
      "summary": "Criminal statute for assaults which affects firearm possession under gun permit regulations.",
      "modified": [
        "Includes prohibition from possession for individuals with certain assault convictions under subdivision 3."
      ]
    },
    "citation": "609.224"
  },
  {
    "analysis": {
      "added": [],
      "removed": [],
      "summary": "Statute regarding domestic assault potentially impacting eligibility for gun permits.",
      "modified": [
        "Details on prohibition from possessing firearms for domestic assault offenders under subdivision 3."
      ]
    },
    "citation": "609.2242"
  },
  {
    "analysis": {
      "added": [],
      "removed": [],
      "summary": "Relates to harassment and stalking laws affecting eligibility for holding firearm permits.",
      "modified": [
        "Links stalking convictions as grounds for firearm possession prohibition in subdivision 8."
      ]
    },
    "citation": "609.749"
  },
  {
    "analysis": {
      "added": [],
      "removed": [],
      "summary": "Statute listing individuals who are prohibited from possessing firearms.",
      "modified": [
        "Aligns the conditions under which firearm eligibility is impacted similar to other sections of permit laws."
      ]
    },
    "citation": "624.713"
  },
  {
    "analysis": {
      "added": [],
      "removed": [],
      "summary": "Discusses firearm possession restrictions impacting optional carry permits.",
      "modified": [
        "Expanded the description of prohibited categories affecting permit issuance and possession."
      ]
    },
    "citation": "624.719"
  },
  {
    "analysis": {
      "added": [],
      "removed": [],
      "summary": "Involves commitment proceedings impacting firearm possession under gun laws.",
      "modified": [
        "References commitment conditions where firearms are not to be possessed under subdivision 2."
      ]
    },
    "citation": "629.715"
  },
  {
    "analysis": {
      "added": [],
      "removed": [],
      "summary": "Covers situations regarding release conditions affecting firearm possession.",
      "modified": [
        "Subdivisions relevant to how conditional releases affect firearm ownership and permits."
      ]
    },
    "citation": "629.72"
  },
  {
    "analysis": {
      "added": [],
      "removed": [],
      "summary": "Covers the criminal gang investigative data system which ties into gun ownership regulations.",
      "modified": [
        "Used to verify the gang affiliation status of applicants potentially impacting permit approval."
      ]
    },
    "citation": "299C.091"
  },
  {
    "analysis": {
      "added": [],
      "removed": [],
      "summary": "Federal regulations regarding the disclosure of alcohol or drug abuse records impacting firearm permit applications.",
      "modified": [
        "States compliance with federal confidentiality regulations in the context of permit applications."
      ]
    },
    "citation": "42 C.F.R. 2"
  },
  {
    "analysis": {
      "added": [],
      "removed": [],
      "summary": "Defines 'peace officer' relevant to the carrying of firearms and requirements for permits.",
      "modified": [
        "Clarifies which individuals are exempt from permit requirements based on peace officer status."
      ]
    },
    "citation": "626.84"
  }
]