Tennessee SB1183 amends firearm storage laws to require firearms to be secured in a locked container or equipped with a safety device.
Tennessee SB1183 amends Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 39, Chapter 17, Part 13, to mandate that firearms must be stored in a locked container or equipped with a tamper-resistant mechanical lock or other safety device. This law aims to ensure firearms are inoperable by unauthorized individuals. A violation of this provision is classified as a Class A misdemeanor. The act takes effect on July 1, 2025.
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