In each state with an Extreme Risk law, only limited groups of people may request an Extreme Risk Protection Order (ERPO). In most states, this includes law enforcement officers and family or household members. This ensures that only those who are very close to the person, or are trained to respond to such risks, can file an order for the temporary removal of guns.
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The Supreme Court Ruled Against Hawai‘i’s No-Carry Default Rule in Wolford v. Lopez. Here’s What You Need To Know.
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How do guns enter the illegal market?
According to ATF research, the three leading methods of gun trafficking are straw purchasing, unlicensed dealing, and thefts from gun dealers.