272 Neb. Admin. Code, ch. 22, § 004 - INVESTIGATIONS

004.01 The sheriff or chief of police may require the applicant to obtain and provide additional information as needed, to investigate and make a firearms eligibility decision. The three-days to issue the certificate does not begin until the application is completed, all necessary documentation is received by the issuing agency, and the required fee is paid.

004.02 The sheriff or chief of police to whom the application as submitted will conduct a background check to determine whether the applicant has a firearm disability that precludes him or her from purchasing or possessing a handgun.

004.03 The background check may include, but is not limited to, a criminal background check, a check of court and government records including notations or warrants and commitment orders issued by courts or mental health boards, and interviews of individuals with reliable and pertinent information about the applicant.

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272 Neb. Admin. Code, ch. 22, § 004

Amended effective 3/21/2022