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HB 1299

Surrender of firearms for domestic violence crimes.

2026 Regular Session Introduced by Carey Hamilton and 1 co-sponsor

Indiana bill requiring firearm surrender upon domestic violence conviction to reduce intimate partner homicide risk and enforce federal firearm restrictions.

Representative Hamilton added as coauthor
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Bill Summary · HB 1299

Legislative bill overview

HB 1299 would require individuals convicted of domestic violence crimes in Indiana to surrender their firearms as part of sentencing or court order. The bill establishes a mechanism for courts to mandate firearm relinquishment when domestic violence convictions occur, addressing a gap between state law and federal restrictions on gun ownership for domestic violence offenders.

Why is this important

Domestic violence and firearm access are strongly correlated with homicide risk—studies indicate the presence of guns increases lethality in domestic violence incidents. This bill would align Indiana state law enforcement mechanisms with existing federal law that prohibits domestic violence offenders from possessing firearms, potentially creating a practical enforcement pathway that currently may be absent.

Potential points of contention

  • Second Amendment concerns: Gun rights advocates may argue mandatory surrender requirements constitute excessive infringement on constitutional rights, even for convicted offenders
  • Implementation and due process: Questions about how courts would enforce surrender, handle appeals, verify compliance, and establish procedures for individuals to contest firearm confiscation
  • Scope definition: Disagreement over which domestic violence offenses trigger surrender (misdemeanor vs. felony, specific charges, etc.) and whether it applies retroactively to prior convictions

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

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