Michigan SB0843 abolishes firearm manufacturer immunity from liability to local units of government.

Michigan SB0843 amends the state's tort law to abolish immunity for firearm manufacturers from liability to local units of government. The bill specifies that local governments can bring civil actions against firearm manufacturers for defects in design or manufacture that cause injury or damage. It also mandates that federally licensed firearms dealers provide safety information and warnings to purchasers and retain signed statements of compliance. The bill does not create civil actions for damages arising from firearm use or misuse, except for dealers.

Michigan SB0843 abolishes firearm manufacturer immunity from liability to local units of government.

Michigan SB0843 amends the state's tort law to abolish immunity for firearm manufacturers from liability to local units of government. The bill specifies that local governments can bring civil actions against firearm manufacturers for defects in design or manufacture that cause injury or damage. It also mandates that federally licensed firearms dealers provide safety information and warnings to purchasers and retain signed statements of compliance. The bill does not create civil actions for damages arising from firearm use or misuse, except for dealers.