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SB 119

Firearms, revise circumstances when firearm possession is prohibited

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Will Barfoot

SB 119 restructures Alabama's firearm possession prohibitions, modifying which circumstances bar individuals from legally owning or carrying guns.

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Bill Summary · SB 119

Legislative bill overview

SB 119 revises Alabama's firearm possession prohibitions by modifying the circumstances under which individuals are barred from owning or possessing firearms. The bill became law in May 2025 after passing the legislature and receiving gubernatorial signature. The specific provisions restructure existing restrictions, though the exact nature of the changes requires review of the bill's detailed text.

Why is this important

Firearm possession laws directly affect public safety policy, individual rights, and law enforcement procedures. Changes to these prohibitions can impact who is legally allowed to own guns, how background checks are conducted, and which populations face restrictions. This legislation represents a significant shift in Alabama's approach to regulating firearm ownership.

Potential points of contention

  • Scope of prohibitions: Whether the revisions narrow or broaden existing restrictions affects both gun rights advocates and public safety proponents
  • Felony and violent crime definitions: Changes to how prior offenses trigger prohibitions could impact recidivism and rehabilitation concerns
  • Due process and restoration: Whether the law provides mechanisms for individuals to regain firearm rights after meeting certain conditions, or if prohibitions become permanent
  • Enforcement and implementation: How law enforcement agencies will apply revised standards and whether resources exist for proper background check procedures

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

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