Amends TCA Title 39, Chapter 17, Part 13.
Tennessee HB0563 amends existing laws regarding the storage of handguns and firearms in motor vehicles, establishing that handguns must be stored in a locked container or trunk when the owner is not present. It affects individuals who own handguns and requires them to report any loss or theft of a handgun to law enforcement within 24 hours. Key provisions include defining storage requirements for handguns and firearms, and establishing penalties for violations as Class C misdemeanors, which can be resolved through a court-approved handgun safety course without fines or incarceration.
Tennessee HB0563 amends existing laws regarding the storage of handguns and firearms in motor vehicles, establishing that handguns must be stored in a locked container or trunk when the owner is not present. It affects individuals who own handguns and requires them to report any loss or theft of a handgun to law enforcement within 24 hours. Key provisions include defining storage requirements for handguns and firearms, and establishing penalties for violations as Class C misdemeanors, which can be resolved through a court-approved handgun safety course without fines or incarceration.
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