Amendment 2023-0387h to HB59 (2023)

Requiring a background check prior to any commercial firearm sale.


Revision: Feb. 24, 2023, 10:36 a.m.

Rep. M. Smith, Straf. 10

February 7, 2023

2023-0387h

07/05

 

 

Amendment to HB 59-FN

 

Amend RSA 159-F:5 as inserted by section 2 of the bill by replacing it with the following:

 

159-F:5  Other Laws.

I.  Nothing in this chapter shall be construed to modify or change the duties of the department of safety pursuant to RSA 159-D.

II.  Nothing in this chapter shall be construed to require or authorize any state, county, or local law enforcement agency to establish or maintain a registry of firearms sold or transferred in accordance with this chapter.

III.  Nothing in this chapter shall apply to a non-commercial, private sale, transfer, or exchange of a firearm between individuals, provided neither party to the transaction is a prohibited person.  If the status of either party's eligibility to own or possess a firearm cannot be ascertained, the transaction shall be conducted through a licensed firearm dealer pursuant to this chapter and the relevant provisions of RSA 159.