Regs., Conn. State Agencies Title 53 — Crimes

Department of Emergency Services and Public Protection Department of Emergency Services and Public Protection

53-202b Olympic Pistols

Regs., Conn. State Agencies § 53-202b-1 Scope and applicability

Sections 53-202b-1 to 53-202b-5, inclusive, of the Regulations of Connecticut State Agencies shall apply to the sale of a semiautomatic pistol that the Commissioner of Emergency Services and Public Protection designates as being expressly designed for use in target shooting events of the Olympic games sponsored by the International Olympic Committee, and sanctioned by the International Olympic Committee and USA Shooting, or any subsequent corresponding governing board for international shooting competition in the United States.

History

• Effective August 17, 2018

Regs., Conn. State Agencies § 53-202b-2 Definitions

As used in this section, section 53-202b-1 and sections 53-202b-3 to 53-202b-5, inclusive, of the Regulations of Connecticut State Agencies:

(1) “Commissioner” means the Commissioner of Emergency Services and Public Protection; and

(2) “Olympic pistol” or "pistol" means a semiautomatic pistol that the Commissioner designates as being designed expressly for use in target shooting events at the Olympic games sponsored by the International Olympic Committee, and sanctioned by the International Olympic Committee and USA Shooting, or any subsequent corresponding governing board for international shooting competition in the United States, as provided in section 53-202b of the Connecticut General Statutes.

History

• Effective August 17, 2018

Regs., Conn. State Agencies § 53-202b-3 Weapons designated by the Commissioner as Olympic pistols

The Commissioner has designated the following manufacturers and models of pistols as expressly designed for use in target shooting events at the Olympic games sponsored by the International Olympic Committee and sanctioned by the International Olympic Committee and USA Shooting, or any subsequent corresponding governing board for international shooting competition in the United States:

The Commissioner, in accordance with Chapter 54 of the Connecticut General Statutes, may designate additional semiautomatic pistols as being expressly designed for use in target shooting events at the Olympic games sponsored by the International Olympic Committee and sanctioned by the International Olympic Committee and USA Shooting, or any subsequent corresponding governing board for international shooting competition in the United States.

History

• Effective August 17, 2018

Regs., Conn. State Agencies § 53-202b-4 Application for inclusion on the list of Olympic pistols designated by the Commissioner

(a) The process for requesting the addition of a pistol to the list of designated Olympic pistols is as follows:

(1) On such forms as the Commissioner may prescribe, the applicant shall provide information regarding the pistol manufacturer, model designation, caliber, location of magazine, round capacity and such other facts as may demonstrate that the pistol was designed for use in target shooting events at the Olympic games sponsored by the International Olympic Committee and is sanctioned by the International Olympic Committee and USA Shooting, or any subsequent corresponding governing board for international shooting competition in the United States; and

(2) The applicant shall provide the Commissioner with drawings or photographs that accurately depict the physical characteristics of the pistol, and any additional information that the Commissioner may require.

(b) After reviewing the information submitted, the Commissioner may add the pistol to the list of designated Olympic pistols, as provided in section 53-202b of the Connecticut General Statutes.

History

• Effective August 17, 2018

Regs., Conn. State Agencies § 53-202b-5 Form required to purchase an Olympic pistol

(a) The Commissioner shall prescribe a form to be signed by a purchaser of a pistol under penalty of false statement prior to the purchase. The Commissioner shall take appropriate steps to make the form publicly available to firearms sellers and purchasers. The form shall, at a minimum, contain:

(1) The name, home address, phone number and the state eligibility certificate or pistol permit number (if applicable) of the individual purchasing the pistol;

(2) The name, address, phone number and federal firearms permit number (if applicable) of the seller;

(3) The make, model and serial number of the Olympic pistol sold;

(4) The sale price of the Olympic pistol;

(5) The date of sale;

(6) The name of the organization for which the purchaser competes in target shooting events at the Olympic games;

(7) A description of the type of events at which the purchaser anticipates using the pistol;

(8) An attestation by the purchaser that the pistol will be used by the purchaser primarily for target shooting practice and events sanctioned by the International Olympic Committee and USA Shooting, or any subsequent corresponding governing board for international shooting competition in the United States, as provided in sections 53-202b-1 to 53-202b-5, inclusive, of the Regulations of Connecticut State Agencies; and

(9) A requirement that the applicant attach evidence of participation, or an intent to participate, in target shooting practice and events sanctioned by the International Olympic Committee and USA Shooting, or any subsequent corresponding governing board for international shooting competition in the United States.

(b) The form shall contain a conspicuous warning that:

(1) Failure to properly complete, execute and file the form shall constitute the unlawful sale of an assault weapon;

(2) Failure to apply to the Department of Emergency Services and Public Protection for a certificate of possession for such firearm within ninety days of such purchase, pursuant to section 53-202d (a)(2)(A) of the Connecticut General Statutes, shall constitute the unlawful possession of an assault weapon;

(3) Possession of a firearm for those who have been issued a certificate of possession is subject to the conditions outlined in section 53-202d(f) of the Connecticut General Statutes; and

(4) The certificate of possession is granted pursuant to section 53-202d of the Connecticut General Statutes to be used by the purchaser primarily for use in target shooting practice and events sanctioned by the International Olympic Committee and USA Shooting, or any subsequent corresponding governing board for international shooting competition in the United States. If, at any point, the firearm is no longer being used primarily for such target shooting practice and events, the owner shall notify the Department of Emergency Services and Public Protection.

(c) The seller shall provide an executed copy of the form to the purchaser and retain an executed copy for five years from the date of sale. The seller shall attach the original executed form to the DPS-3-C form and file such form with the Special Licensing and Firearms Unit of the Department of Emergency Services and Public Protection.

History

• Effective August 17, 2018

Department of Public Safety Department of Public Safety

53-202d Applications for and Issuance of Certificates of Possession for Assault Weapons

Regs., Conn. State Agencies § 53-202d-1 Application procedure

The procedure for applying for a certificate of possession shall be as follows:

(a) The owner of the assault weapon shall contact the Department of Public Safety, Division of State Police Weapons Unit, to obtain the application for a certificate of possession.

(b) Upon receipt of the request for an application for a certificate of possession, the Division of State Police shall provide the applicant with the authorized Department of Public Safety Division of State Police application form.

(c) The application for a certificate of possession shall be made in writing, under oath, and shall be completed in its entirety and in accordance with the directions on the form.

(d) Each application form shall contain the right thumbprint of the applicant which shall be taken by personnel at a municipal police department, a state police troop, or any resident state trooper's office.

(e) The following shall be submitted with each application form:

(1) a complete set of fingerprints on forms specified and furnished by the Commissioner of the Department of Public Safety, which fingerprints shall be taken by personnel at a municipal police department, a state police troop, or any resident state trooper's office;

(2) a color passport-type photograph, two inches wide by two inches high, showing a view of the head and shoulders of the applicant with a plain, light background, taken within six months prior to the date of the application; and

(3) proof of ownership in the form of a copy of a bill of sale, a copy of form SP-3 Sale or Transfer of all Firearms, or an affidavit stating that the assault weapon was purchased prior to October 1, 1993, or if applicable, an affidavit stating that the gun was obtained by bequest or intestate succession.

(f) Any individual who obtained title to an assault weapon by bequest or intestate succession shall surrender the original certificate of possession for the assault weapon or give an affidavit explaining the absence of such certificate, prior to issuance of any new certificate.

(g) Upon completion of the application, the applicant shall send or deliver it with the information required by subsection (e) of this section to the Department of Public Safety, Division of State Police, Weapons Unit.

History

• Effective July 21, 1994

Regs., Conn. State Agencies § 53-202d-2 Application review

Upon receipt of an application, the Department of Public Safety, Division of State Police, Weapons Unit shall:

(a) Review the application for completeness;

(b) Complete a criminal history check on the applicant; and

(c)

(1) Send a written notice to any applicant whose application is not properly completed or where possession of the weapon would be unlawful. The notice shall advise the applicant of the requirements necessary for compliance or that the application is denied, or

(2) issue a certificate pursuant to section 53-202d-3.

History

• Effective July 21, 1994

Regs., Conn. State Agencies § 53-202d-3 Issuance of certificates of possession

Upon determining that an application is properly completed and that possession is lawful, the Department of Public Safety shall issue a certificate of possession to the applicant. All certificates issued shall have a validation stamp prescribed by the Commissioner of the Department of Public Safety.

History

• Effective July 21, 1994

Regs., Conn. State Agencies § 53-202d-4 Change of address

Each person in possession of a certificate of possession who changes his or her residence shall notify the Department of Public Safety, Division of State Police Weapons Unit in writing of the new address within thirty (30) days of said change.

History

• Effective July 21, 1994

Regs., Conn. State Agencies § 53-202d-5 Prohibition against transfer of certificate of possession

No certificate issued in accordance with sections 53-202d-1 to 53-202d-5, inclusive, of these regulations shall be transferable.

History

• Effective July 21, 1994

53-278c Approval of the Manufacture and Transportation of Gambling Devices for Use Outside of Connecticut

Regs., Conn. State Agencies § 53-278c-1 Definitions

As used in sections 53-278c-1 to 53-278c-7, inclusive, of the Regulations of Connecticut State Agencies:

(1) "Applicant" means a firm or corporation applying for an approval to manufacture and transport gambling devices as provided in subsection (e) of section 53-278c of the Connecticut General Statutes;

(2) "Commissioner" means the Commissioner of Public Safety or his or her designee; and

(3) "Gambling device" shall have the meaning ascribed to it in section 53-278a of the Connecticut General Statutes.

History

• Adopted effective September 27, 2001

Regs., Conn. State Agencies § 53-278c-2 Application for approval

(a) Any firm or corporation seeking to manufacture and transport gambling devices as provided in subsection (e) of section 53-278c of the Connecticut General Statutes shall apply to the Commissioner for approval.

(b) The application referenced in subsection (a) of this section shall be made in such manner, and it shall be supported by such documentation, as the Commissioner may require. Such documentation may include, but shall not be limited to: business and trade name, if applicable; address of principal place of business and each business location in Connecticut; past and present business activities; prior gambling industry experience; and such financial information as may be necessary to make a proper determination as to whether the application should be approved.

(c) The Commissioner may require fingerprints and photographs of one or more principals of the applicant. A color, passport-type photograph shall be submitted, where required. It shall be two inches wide by two inches high, showing a front view of the applicant with a plain, light background. It shall be taken no more than six months prior to the date of application.

(d) The Commissioner may cause to be performed and consider the results of a criminal history record check of one or more of the applicant's principals in determining whether to approve an application.

History

• Adopted effective September 27, 2001

Regs., Conn. State Agencies § 53-278c-3 Approval of an application; renewal

(a) Once granted, an approval shall remain in effect for one year from the date of issuance, unless suspended or revoked for cause. If an approval is not renewed as provided in this section, it shall be deemed to have lapsed at the end of the one-year period.

(b) Any approval issued by the Commissioner may be renewed by submitting a written request to the Commissioner, together with such supporting documentation as the Commissioner may require.

(c) An application for renewal shall be submitted no later than 60 days before the date that the approval then in effect expires. Failure to request renewal in a timely manner shall also result in the application being processed as an initial application, rather than as a renewal.

History

• Adopted effective September 27, 2001

Regs., Conn. State Agencies § 53-278c-4 Denial of an application

The Commissioner may deny an application for one or more of the following reasons:

(1) The Commissioner determines that the applicant is unsuitable because of past or present activities, business practices, financial condition, criminal record, criminal associations, or such other factors as the Commissioner determines to be relevant to a determination of whether an approval shall be granted;

(2) The applicant fails to provide information reasonably required to investigate the application or to reveal any fact material to such application or has furnished any information that is untrue or misleading in connection with such application.

History

• Adopted effective September 27, 2001

Regs., Conn. State Agencies § 53-278c-5 Suspension or revocation of approval; denial of renewal application

Following notice and the opportunity for a hearing held in accordance with the provisions of Chapter 54 of the Connecticut General Statutes, the Commissioner may suspend or revoke an approval, or deny an application for renewal, for good cause shown. Such good cause may include, but shall not be limited to, making false or misleading statements in an application, or a material, adverse change in any circumstance considered in granting previous approvals.

History

• Adopted effective September 27, 2001

Regs., Conn. State Agencies § 53-278c-6 Numbering of gambling devices

Each firm or corporation subject to sections 53-278c-1 to 53-278c-7, inclusive, of the Regulations of Connecticut State Agencies shall provide to the Commissioner a list of the numbers assigned to each gambling device pursuant to the Gambling Devices Act of 1962, 15 USC Section 1173, as from time to time amended, together with supporting information required by the Act. Such information shall be submitted at the time of initial application or renewal and updated as necessary.

History

• Adopted effective September 27, 2001

Regs., Conn. State Agencies § 53-278c-7 State reporting requirements

Each firm or corporation subject to sections 53-278c-1 to 53-278c-7, inclusive, of the Regulations of Connecticut State Agencies shall provide the Commissioner with the following information:

(1) Model name and serial number of each gambling device;

(2) Date, time and route of travel;

(3) Storage location and security measures taken to prevent public access;

(4) Persons with access to the gambling device and the uses to which such device shall be put; and

(5) Such other information as the Commissioner may require.

Such information shall be submitted at the time of initial application or renewal and updated as necessary.

History

• Adopted effective September 27, 2001

Welfare Commissioner Welfare Commissioner

53-345 Soliciting for Charities

Regs., Conn. State Agencies § 53-345-1 Renewal of certificate contingent on filing report and financial statement

No certificate permitting any person to solicit money, services, subscriptions or any valuable thing for any alleged charitable or philanthropic cause for one year shall be renewed for an additional year unless a report of the activities of the cause and a financial statement for the period for which the certificate was granted is filed with the welfare commissioner.