HB 1235

Abstract

Carrying concealed handguns; protective orders. Authorizes any person 21 years of age or older who is not prohibitedfrom purchasing, possessing, or transporting a firearm and is protectedby an unexpired protective order to carry a concealed handgun for45 days after the protective order was issued. The bill providesthat if the person issued the protective order applies for a concealedhandgun permit during such 45-day period, such person will be authorizedto carry a concealed handgun for an additional 45 days and be givena copy of the certified application, which shall serve as a de factoconcealed handgun permit. During the period such person is authorizedto carry a concealed handgun, the bill provides that the person maycarry a handgun any place a law-enforcement officer may carry a firearm.The bill requires such person to have the order or certified applicationand photo identification on his person when carrying a concealed handgun and to display them upon demand by a law-enforcement officer;failure to do so is punishable by a $25 civil penalty.