CPL NO-CARRY ZONE EXEMPTION S.B. 53 (S-1):
SUMMARY OF BILL
REPORTED FROM COMMITTEE
Senate Bill 53 (Substitute S-1 as reported)
CONTENT
The bill would amend the handgun licensure law to exclude a retired Federal law enforcement officer who held a concealed pistol license from provisions prohibiting a licensee from carrying a concealed pistol on certain premises (commonly called no-carry zones).
The law prohibits a person who is licensed to carry a concealed pistol, or who is exempt from licensure, from carrying a concealed pistol on specified premises (other than their parking areas), including a school or school property, sports arena or stadium, licensed bar or tavern, place of worship, entertainment facility with a seating capacity of 2,500 or more, hospital, or college or university dormitory or classroom. A violation is a State civil infraction. A second violation is a misdemeanor, and a third is a felony.
The prohibition does not apply to certain licensed individuals, including a retired police officer or retired law enforcement officer. Under the bill, the prohibition also would not apply to an individual who was licensed under the law and was a retired Federal law enforcement officer.
Currently, the concealed weapon licensing board may require a letter from a law enforcement agency stating that a retired police officer or law enforcement officer retired in good standing. The bill would extend this to a retired Federal law enforcement officer, and would allow the board to require a letter or other documentation.
The bill would take effect 90 days after its enactment.
MCL 28.421 & 28.425o Legislative Analyst: Patrick Affholter
FISCAL IMPACT
The bill would have no fiscal impact on State or local government.
Date Completed: 2-11-15 Fiscal Analyst: John Maxwell
This analysis was prepared by nonpartisan Senate staff for use by the Senate in its deliberations and does not constitute an official statement of legislative intent.