Bill
S 7
Overview: Bill Number: S 7, Title: Red Flags, Status: Referred to Committee on Judiciary, Introduced: March 03, 2025Purpose and Intent: The primary purpose of this bill is to estab
Overview: Bill Number: S 7, Title: Red Flags, Status: Referred to Committee on Judiciary, Introduced: March 03, 2025
Purpose and Intent: The primary purpose of this bill is to establish a "red flag" law that allows law enforcement, and in some cases family members or others, to petition a court to temporarily remove firearms from individuals who may pose a danger to themselves or others. The goal is to provide a legal mechanism to intervene and prevent gun violence in situations where there are clear warning signs.
Key Provisions:
- Allows law enforcement officers to petition a court for an "extreme risk protection order" to temporarily prohibit a person from accessing firearms
- Expands the list of individuals who can petition the court, including family members, household members, and certain health professionals
- Establishes due process procedures, including hearings and the ability for the individual to contest the order
- Requires the surrender of firearms and ammunition if an order is granted
- Provides for the return of firearms once the order expires or is terminated
Affected Parties and Impacts:
- Individuals who are the subject of an extreme risk protection order will temporarily lose access to firearms
- Law enforcement will have an additional tool to address potential threats of gun violence
- Family members and others close to the individual may play a role in initiating the protection order process
Procedural and Timeline Considerations:
This bill has been referred to the Committee on Judiciary for further consideration. If it advances through the committee process, it will then need to be scheduled for a full floor vote in the legislature. The timeline for potential passage and implementation will depend on the legislative calendar and the level of support or opposition the bill receives.
Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.
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