Illinois HB5209 amends the Firearm Owners Identification Card Act to require mental health evaluations for individuals seeking firearm licenses.
HB5209 amends the Firearm Owners Identification Card Act to mandate mental health evaluations for individuals seeking firearm licenses. The bill specifies that individuals who have had their firearm licenses revoked or denied due to mental health reasons must undergo evaluations by licensed clinical mental health professionals. These evaluations must occur during at least two office visits on separate days. The licensed professional must request, review, and consider all collateral records, including medical records and communications with the patient.
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