This bill introduces new provisions for gun violence protective orders in Alaska, allowing peace officers or household members to petition the court if they believe an individual poses a danger to themselves or others due to firearm possession. The bill outlines the process for obtaining both standard and emergency protective orders, including requirements for hearings, notification, and the surrender of firearms. Specifically, it amends existing laws to include new sections that define the criteria for issuing these protective orders, the responsibilities of law enforcement, and the conditions under which firearms must be surrendered.

Key amendments include the addition of new subsections to AS 11.56.740, which expands the definition of violating a protective order to include those issued under the new gun violence provisions. The bill also establishes a central registry for protective orders and mandates that law enforcement agencies be notified of any protective orders issued. Furthermore, it modifies the powers of district judges and magistrates to include the authority to issue gun violence protective orders. The bill is set to take effect on July 1, 2025, contingent upon certain legislative approvals.

Statutes affected:
HB0089A, AM HB 89, introduced 02/10/2025: 11.56.740, 18.66.100, 18.65.850, 18.65.855, 18.65.860, 18.65.867, 13.26.450, 13.26.460, 18.65.815, 18.65.825, 18.65.870, 18.66.180, 18.65.530, 11.41.100, 11.41.130, 12.30.016, 12.30.027, 18.65.540, 13.26.455, 18.65.820, 18.66.120, 18.66.990, 18.65.830, 18.65.835, 18.66.160, 18.65.840, 18.65.845, 18.65.800, 22.15.100, 09.55.020, 09.55.069, 18.15.375