SF590 (Legislative Session 94 (2025-2026))
Permit to carry pistol age of eligibility to apply at 18 years old establishment
Related bill: HF416
AI Generated Summary
The legislative bill SF No 590 in question proposes to lower the minimum age requirement from 21 to 18 for individuals applying for a permit to carry a pistol in Minnesota. According to the bill, Minnesota residents who want to get a permit must apply to the county sheriff where they live, while non-residents can apply to any sheriff in the state. To be eligible for a permit, applicants must meet several conditions: they must have training in safe pistol use, be at least 18 years old, fill out an application, not be banned from possessing firearms under specific Minnesota or federal laws, and not be listed in the criminal gang investigative data system. The bill also states that a permit to carry a pistol will be valid statewide and outlines the responsibilities of sheriffs and, if applicable, police chiefs in processing the permit applications.
Bill text versions
- Introduction PDF file
Actions
| Date | Chamber | Where | Type | Name | Committee Name |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January 26, 2025 | Senate | Floor | Action | Introduction and first reading | |
| January 26, 2025 | Senate | Floor | Action | Referred to | Judiciary and Public Safety |
Citations
[
{
"analysis": {
"added": [
"The eligibility age to apply for a permit to carry a pistol is lowered to 18 years old."
],
"removed": [
"Requirement for permit applicants to be at least 21 years old."
],
"summary": "This bill modifies the age eligibility criteria for obtaining a permit to carry a pistol under section 624.714, subdivision 2.",
"modified": [
"Adjusts the age criteria for Minnesota residents applying for permits to carry pistols."
]
},
"citation": "624.714, subdivision 2"
},
{
"analysis": {
"added": [
"Inclusion of references for nonresident application criteria."
],
"removed": [],
"summary": "This bill references nonresident permit application guidelines in relation to firearm permits.",
"modified": []
},
"citation": "171.01, subdivision 42"
},
{
"analysis": {
"added": [],
"removed": [],
"summary": "This bill references prohibitions relating to domestic abuse cases concerning firearm possession.",
"modified": [
"Clarifies the exceptions to issuing firearm permits based on domestic abuse prohibitions."
]
},
"citation": "518B.01, subdivision 14"
},
{
"analysis": {
"added": [],
"removed": [],
"summary": "This bill references assault-related statutes preventing firearm possession.",
"modified": [
"References criminal assault exceptions for firearm permit issuance."
]
},
"citation": "609.224, subdivision 3"
},
{
"analysis": {
"added": [],
"removed": [],
"summary": "This bill mentions domestic assault restrictions in the context of firearm permits.",
"modified": [
"Specifies domestic assault prohibitions related to firearm possession."
]
},
"citation": "609.2242, subdivision 3"
},
{
"analysis": {
"added": [],
"removed": [],
"summary": "This bill addresses harassment-related prohibitions for carrying permits.",
"modified": [
"References harassment provisions impacting firearm permits."
]
},
"citation": "609.749, subdivision 8"
},
{
"analysis": {
"added": [],
"removed": [],
"summary": "This bill cites general restrictions on firearm possession and eligibility.",
"modified": [
"Affirms legal eligibility conditions based on existing firearm restrictions."
]
},
"citation": "624.713"
},
{
"analysis": {
"added": [],
"removed": [],
"summary": "This bill mentions firearm restrictions pertaining to persons with prior convictions.",
"modified": [
"Includes references to the legal context regarding prior convictions affecting eligibility."
]
},
"citation": "624.719"
},
{
"analysis": {
"added": [],
"removed": [],
"summary": "This bill addresses restrictions based on involvement in the justice system.",
"modified": [
"Concerns restrictions for individuals with certain criminal processes."
]
},
"citation": "629.715, subdivision 2"
},
{
"analysis": {
"added": [],
"removed": [],
"summary": "This bill references legal conditions affecting firearms permits in the context of pretrial conditions.",
"modified": [
"Clarifies pretrial conditions impacting eligibility for firearm permits."
]
},
"citation": "629.72, subdivision 2"
},
{
"analysis": {
"added": [],
"removed": [],
"summary": "This bill addresses prohibitions for those listed in the criminal gang investigative data system concerning permits to carry.",
"modified": [
"Aligns permit restrictions with criminal gang database listings."
]
},
"citation": "299C.091"
}
]