S.2163

Provides the review and appeal process for individuals applying for a permit or license to carry a handgun with the licensing authority or attorney general.

Introduced·1/16/26
Introduced Text

Rhode Island S2163 outlines the review and appeal process for handgun permit applicants denied by the licensing authority or attorney general.

Rhode Island S2163 establishes a formal review and appeal process for individuals denied a permit or license to carry a handgun. An applicant denied a concealed carry permit can request a meeting with the licensing authority to reconsider the application. If the application is still denied after this meeting, the applicant can appeal to the superior court for a trial de novo. The court may award reasonable attorneys' fees, costs, and filing fees to the prevailing applicant if the denial lacked a good faith basis.

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Where it stands

Current
Judiciary Committee
Next
Session adjourned — paused until it reconvenes

Sponsors

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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Roll Call Votes

Senate Committee on Judiciary: Be held for further study

11 Yea

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0 Nay

1 Absent

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Calendar

Apr 14

12:00 AM

Senate Judiciary Hearing

History

Apr 14

Senate

Committee recommended measure be held for further study

Apr 10

Senate

Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (04/14/2026)

Jan 16

Senate

Introduced, referred to Senate Judiciary