2025 Session
Last amended: 1985 session
§ 624.717 — Local Regulation
Plain-Language Summary
This section establishes that Minnesota's state firearm laws (sections 624.711 through 624.716) preempt local regulation. Cities and counties cannot pass their own laws governing the carrying or possession of pistols or the regulation of Saturday night special pistols.
624.717 LOCAL REGULATION.
Sections 624.711 to 624.716 shall be construed to supersede municipal or county regulation of the carrying or possessing of pistols and the regulation of Saturday night special pistols.
History:
1975 c 378 s 7; 1985 c 144 s 3
History: History: 1975 c 378 s 7; 1985 c 144 s 3
Practical Notes
When this applies: When a city or county attempts to enact local ordinances regulating the carrying or possession of pistols or Saturday night special pistols. Who this affects: Municipalities, counties, and anyone subject to local firearms regulations. Key points: State law is the exclusive authority on pistol carry and possession rules and Saturday night special regulation; local governments cannot impose additional restrictions beyond state law in these areas; this preemption covers sections 624.711 through 624.716.