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H 3930

Second Amendment Privacy Act

2025-2026 Regular Session Introduced by Thomas Beach and 47 co-sponsors

South Carolina bill restricting government disclosure of firearm ownership records to protect gun owners' privacy from law enforcement and public access.

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Bill Summary · H 3930

Legislative bill overview

H 3930, the Second Amendment Privacy Act, is a South Carolina bill that restricts the disclosure and use of firearm ownership records by state and local government agencies. The bill establishes privacy protections for gun owners by limiting when and how information about firearms registrations or purchases can be shared or accessed by law enforcement and other government entities.

Why is this important

Gun ownership records are sensitive personal information that, if disclosed, could expose individuals to theft, harassment, or targeted violence. The bill addresses concerns about government databases of gun owners and seeks to prevent the creation of de facto gun registries that could be used for confiscation or surveillance, which is a significant issue for Second Amendment advocates in the state.

Potential points of contention

  • Law enforcement access limitations: Restricting police access to firearm ownership information could complicate criminal investigations, background checks for protective orders, or threat assessments in domestic violence cases
  • Public records vs. privacy: The bill may conflict with South Carolina's Freedom of Information Act, creating legal ambiguity about when gun ownership records must or cannot be released under public records requests
  • Implementation challenges: Determining which specific records qualify for protection and establishing consistent enforcement across multiple agencies could prove administratively complex

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

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