House Bill 450 Alabama 2026 Session

Summary

Primary Sponsor

Kenyatte HassellRepresentative

Democrat

Session

2026 Regular Session

Title

Firearms; possession without identification prohibited in certain municipalities

Summary

HB450 would require a valid form of identification to possess a firearm in Class 1 and Class 3 municipalities organized under Act 618, with identity verification by law enforcement and penalties for violations.

What This Bill Does

HB450 applies only in Class 1 and Class 3 municipalities under Act 618. It makes possession of a firearm illegal unless the person can present a valid form of identification when asked by a police officer, with violations treated as Class C misdemeanors. If a person correctly identifies themselves and the officer confirms their identity, they would not be in violation; and if charges are dismissed, the court must expunge the related records. The act would take effect on October 1, 2026.

Who It Affects

• Individuals who carry or possess firearms in Class 1 or Class 3 municipalities organized under Act 618; they must have a valid ID and may face a charge if they cannot produce it on request.
• Law enforcement officers enforcing the rule and the courts handling charges, dismissals, and expungements when a valid ID is provided.

Key Provisions

• Prohibits possession of a firearm without a valid form of identification in Class 1 and Class 3 municipalities organized under Act 618.
• Requires individuals to produce a valid form of identification on request by a law enforcement officer.
• Violations are Class C misdemeanors.
• If identity is correctly established and confirmed, the charge can be dismissed and related records expunged; the act takes effect October 1, 2026.

AI-generated summary using openai/gpt-5-nano on Feb 12, 2026. May contain errors — refer to the official bill text for accuracy.

Subjects

Firearms