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HB 1210

Firearms and Ammunition - As introduced, requires, if the respondent on an order of protection dispossesses firearms by transferring possession to a third party who is not prohibited from possessing firearms, the respondent to specify the third party and the physical address where all firearms are located on the affidavit of firearms dispossession form; requires the third party to sign the affidavit of firearms dispossession form to acknowledge receipt of the firearms. - Amends TCA Title 36, Chapter 3, Part 6.

114th Regular Session (2025-2026) Introduced by Kelly Keisling

Requires firearm transfer recipients to sign court documents identifying themselves and firearm storage locations during protective order enforcement.

Placed on s/c cal Civil Justice Subcommittee for 3/18/2026
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Bill Summary · HB 1210

Legislative bill overview

HB 1210 modifies Tennessee's order of protection procedures by requiring individuals who must surrender firearms to document the third party receiving those weapons and their storage location on an official affidavit form. The third party must sign the affidavit to confirm receipt, creating a paper trail for firearm transfers during protective order enforcement.

Why is this important

Orders of protection are court-issued safety measures that can restrict firearm access for individuals deemed a threat. This bill attempts to improve accountability and enforcement by creating documentation requirements that verify firearms have actually been transferred and identifying where they are stored, which could help law enforcement monitor compliance and locate weapons if necessary.

Potential points of contention

  • Privacy concerns: Requiring disclosure of a third party's name and home address creates a public record of where someone stores another person's firearms, potentially exposing that third party to liability or privacy violations
  • Enforcement practicality: The requirement relies on voluntary compliance from both the respondent and third party, with unclear penalties if either party refuses to sign or falsifies information
  • Burden on third parties: Individuals may be discouraged from accepting firearms transfers if they must legally document receipt and acknowledge responsibility, potentially leaving respondents with no lawful storage option

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

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