The following words and phrases when used in this act shall
have the meanings given to them in this section unless the
context clearly indicates otherwise:
"Licensee." A licensed manufacturer, importer or dealer of
firearms.
"Locking device." Includes the following:
(1) A device that, if installed on a firearm and secured
by means of a key or a mechanically, electronically or
electromechanically operated combination lock, prevents the
firearm from being discharged without first deactivating or
removing the device.
(2) A locking mechanism incorporated into the design of
a firearm that prevents discharge of the firearm by an
individual who does not have access to the key or other
device designed to unlock the mechanism.
Section 4. Locking device for firearms.
It shall be unlawful for a licensee to sell, deliver or
transfer a firearm to an individual other than another licensee
unless the transferee is provided with or purchases a locking
device for the firearm.
Section 5. Exceptions.
The following firearms are not subject to the provisions of
this act:
(1) Firearms for transfer to or possession by a law
enforcement officer employed by a Federal, State or local
government entity or rail police employed and certified by a
rail carrier as a police officer whether on or off duty.
(2) Firearms for transfer to an individual if the
firearm qualifies as an antique firearm under 18 Pa.C.S. ยง
6118 (relating to antique firearms).
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