Effective
Illinois Mandatory Firearm Tracing Law: eTrace and NIBIN Requirements
Illinois Public Act 104-0030 (HB1373) makes eTrace use and collective data sharing mandatory for Illinois law enforcement agencies handling covered recovered firearms. When practicable, NIBIN-suitable evidence and test fires must be entered within 2 business days after submission to a site with NIBIN access, subject to forensic-analysis exceptions. Effective July 28, 2025. The law places no direct duty on civilian gun owners.
Who: Illinois law enforcement agencies. The law places no direct duty on civilian gun owners.●Reviewed Oct 23, 2026