(a) A handgun storage device is approved by the department
for use by an on-duty first responder entering a location where handguns
are prohibited by federal law or otherwise if the handgun is stored
in a lockbox safe, or container designed by the manufacturer to safely
secure and store a handgun using a key, keycode, combination, biometrics,
proximity sensor, or other similar means to prevent unauthorized access
or theft.
(b) The approved storage device must be secured in
a manner that prevents the device from being easily removed.
(c) To prevent an unintentional discharge, only weapons
and weapon accessories should be stored in the approved device.
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