Pennsylvania SB1137 amends the state's firearms laws to allow individuals denied firearm rights to challenge the accuracy of their criminal history.
Pennsylvania SB1137 amends Title 18 of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes to allow individuals denied the right to receive, sell, transfer, possess, carry, manufacture, or purchase a firearm to challenge the accuracy of their criminal history records. This challenge can be made within 30 days of the denial by submitting a request to the Pennsylvania State Police. Additionally, individuals can apply for subpoenas to obtain documentary evidence supporting the review of the accuracy of any information that may form the basis for the denial. This act will take effect in 60 days.
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