Peace officer required to conduct testing of a person suspected of carrying a firearm while under the influence, penalty for carrying a firearm with an elevated blood alcohol concentration increased, and length of time a person is prohibited from carrying a firearm after conviction increased.

Summary

The bill lets police demand a breath sample from anyone they suspect is carrying a firearm while intoxicated. It also makes carrying a gun with a high blood‑alcohol level a higher‑level crime and lengthens the period a convicted person may be barred from carrying a pistol. The changes take effect on August 1, 2026.

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