The Senate Judiciary Committee heard HB 1085, sponsored by Sen. Steele, on firearms and certification. Author Rep. Eberhart explained that the bill establishes procedures to challenge, in a circuit or superior court, a chief law enforcement officer’s denial of certification on an application to manufacture or transfer ownership of certain firearms (required by federal law). The bill … [Read more...] about Firearms and certification
Criminal justice matters
The Senate Corrections and Criminal Law Committee heard HB 1102 concerning criminal justice matters authored by Rep. Steuerwald and sponsored by Sen. Steele. The bill came as a recommendation from the Justice Reinvestment Advisory Council to add county jails, pretrial service programs, and diversion programs to the list of eligible entities for funding from savings realized by the … [Read more...] about Criminal justice matters
Ignition interlock devices
The Senate Judiciary Committee heard HB 1130 sponsored by Sen. Kruse on ignition interlock devices. Author Rep. Wesco explained that the bill requires the Indiana Criminal Justice Institute and the Bureau of Motor Vehicles to establish minimum standards and specifications for ignition interlock devices. An amendment was adopted making technical changes as well as establishing a fu … [Read more...] about Ignition interlock devices
Guardianship; Department of Child Services
The Senate Family & Children Services Committee heard HB 1183, sponsored by Sen. Buck, on guardianship; Department of Child Services. Author Rep. Frizzell presented this bill providing that a delegation of power by a properly executed power of attorney does not subject the parties to any laws, rules, or regulations concerning the licensing or regulation of foster family homes, … [Read more...] about Guardianship; Department of Child Services
Stolen Valor
The Senate Corrections and Criminal Law Committee heard HB 1187 concerning stolen valor sponsored by Sen. Glick. The bill provides that a person who knowingly or intentionally fraudulently represents to be an active member or veteran of the armed forces of the United States, uses falsified military identification, or fraudulently claims to be a recipient of certain military honors … [Read more...] about Stolen Valor