CHICAGO  — The Illinois State Rifle Association has filed a lawsuit alleging a new law that expands state oversight of firearm dealers places restrictions that could drive many out of business.

Several firearms dealers are seeking a permanent injunction and to recover costs associated with the law.

Under the law, which Democratic Gov. J.B. Pritzker signed in January, gun retailers must be licensed by a federal agency and then certified by the state, keep an electronic inventory and install surveillance equipment, among other things.

Dealers have to pay fees ranging from $300 to $1,500.

 

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