Rhode Island H8071 prohibits the sale or transfer of ammunition unless the purchaser passes a background check.

Rhode Island H8071 amends the General Laws to require a background check for ammunition purchases or transfers, except for sales to active law enforcement officers. The seller must submit the purchaser's information to the state police or the National Instant Criminal Background Check System. If the background check shows no disqualifying information, the seller may proceed with the sale. Violations carry a fine of up to $500 per violation. The act takes effect upon passage.

Rhode Island H8071 prohibits the sale or transfer of ammunition unless the purchaser passes a background check.

Rhode Island H8071 amends the General Laws to require a background check for ammunition purchases or transfers, except for sales to active law enforcement officers. The seller must submit the purchaser's information to the state police or the National Instant Criminal Background Check System. If the background check shows no disqualifying information, the seller may proceed with the sale. Violations carry a fine of up to $500 per violation. The act takes effect upon passage.