South Carolina bill mandates national instant background checks for firearm sales, exchanges, and transfers at gun shows.

The bill amends South Carolina law to require national instant criminal background checks for any sale, exchange, or transfer of firearms at gun shows. Licensed dealers must complete these checks and obtain approval from the State Law Enforcement Division (SLED). The bill also allows dealers to charge a fee of up to $25 per transaction and mandates record-keeping. Violations are subject to misdemeanor penalties. The act ensures that repealed or amended laws remain in effect for pending actions and civil or criminal proceedings.

South Carolina bill mandates national instant background checks for firearm sales, exchanges, and transfers at gun shows.

The bill amends South Carolina law to require national instant criminal background checks for any sale, exchange, or transfer of firearms at gun shows. Licensed dealers must complete these checks and obtain approval from the State Law Enforcement Division (SLED). The bill also allows dealers to charge a fee of up to $25 per transaction and mandates record-keeping. Violations are subject to misdemeanor penalties. The act ensures that repealed or amended laws remain in effect for pending actions and civil or criminal proceedings.