Texas HB1205 requires firearms dealers to notify the Department of Public Safety if they decline to transfer a firearm due to a prohibited.

Texas HB1205 amends the Penal Code to require firearms dealers licensed under 18 U.S.C. Section 923 to notify the Department of Public Safety if they decline to transfer a firearm because the National Instant Criminal Background Check System indicates the prospective transferee is prohibited from possessing a firearm. The Department of Public Safety must then initiate an investigation. If evidence of a violation is found, the case is referred to local authorities for further investigation and possible prosecution.

Texas HB1205 requires firearms dealers to notify the Department of Public Safety if they decline to transfer a firearm due to a prohibited.

Texas HB1205 amends the Penal Code to require firearms dealers licensed under 18 U.S.C. Section 923 to notify the Department of Public Safety if they decline to transfer a firearm because the National Instant Criminal Background Check System indicates the prospective transferee is prohibited from possessing a firearm. The Department of Public Safety must then initiate an investigation. If evidence of a violation is found, the case is referred to local authorities for further investigation and possible prosecution.