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HF 3367

2024 changes to the crime of transferring a firearm to an ineligible person reenacted with certain amendments, and affirmative defense repealed.

2025-2026 Regular Session Introduced by Kaela Berg and 3 co-sponsors

Minnesota law tightens firearm transfer restrictions to ineligible persons while removing an existing legal defense, potentially increasing criminal liability for illegal weapons transfers.

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Bill Summary · HF 3367

Legislative bill overview

HF 3367 modifies Minnesota's law on transferring firearms to ineligible persons by reenacting the statute with amendments and repealing an existing affirmative defense. The bill appears to strengthen restrictions on who can legally transfer firearms and removes a legal justification that previously allowed transfers under certain circumstances.

Why is this important

Firearm transfer laws directly impact public safety by regulating whether guns reach prohibited individuals (such as convicted felons or those with domestic violence convictions). Changes to these statutes and their defenses can significantly alter enforcement mechanisms and criminal liability for those involved in illegal weapons transfers.

Potential points of contention

  • Scope of the repealed defense: The nature of the affirmative defense being removed is unclear from the title; stakeholders may dispute whether removing it overreaches or properly closes a loophole
  • Intent and enforcement standards: Changes to how the crime is defined may affect whether negligent transfers are treated the same as intentional ones, creating disagreement on appropriate culpability
  • Practical compliance burden: Gun owners and dealers may contend the amended restrictions are unclear or impossible to verify without creating excessive administrative barriers

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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