Amends TCA Title 39, Chapter 17, Part 13.
Tennessee SB1183 establishes a criminal offense for storing or keeping a firearm in an unsecured manner, requiring that firearms be stored in a locked container or equipped with a tamper-resistant mechanical lock or safety device to render them inoperable by unauthorized users. The bill affects firearm owners and imposes a penalty of a Class A misdemeanor for violations. Key provisions include the definition of secure storage and the requirement for safety devices to prevent unauthorized access.
Tennessee SB1183 establishes a criminal offense for storing or keeping a firearm in an unsecured manner, requiring that firearms be stored in a locked container or equipped with a tamper-resistant mechanical lock or safety device to render them inoperable by unauthorized users. The bill affects firearm owners and imposes a penalty of a Class A misdemeanor for violations. Key provisions include the definition of secure storage and the requirement for safety devices to prevent unauthorized access.
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