An act relating to persons prohibited from possessing firearms

This bill prohibits individuals subject to final abuse or stalking protection orders from possessing firearms and expands the list of criminal convictions that trigger firearm possession bans. It adds specific offenses such as certain drug trafficking crimes, sexual exploitation of children, and domestic terrorism to the categories of violent crimes that disqualify someone from owning a gun. Additionally, the legislation requires a 72-hour waiting period for most firearm transfers after a background check is completed to allow more time for review. These changes would apply to Vermont residents and affect how law enforcement and courts handle firearm eligibility for people with certain legal histories.