This bill introduces new provisions for gun violence protective orders in Alaska, allowing peace officers or household members to petition the court for an order 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 notice and hearings, and specifies that such orders will prohibit the respondent from possessing firearms or ammunition. Additionally, the bill mandates the surrender of firearms within 24 hours of the order being issued and establishes a central registry for protective orders.

The bill amends existing laws to include new definitions and procedures related to gun violence protective orders, including the criteria for issuing these orders and the responsibilities of law enforcement in enforcing them. It also updates the powers of district judges and magistrates to include the authority to issue gun violence protective orders. Notably, the bill modifies existing legal language by adding new sections to the Alaska Statutes and amending rules related to civil procedure and administration, ensuring that the new provisions are integrated into the current legal framework. The act is set to take effect on July 1, 2025, contingent upon receiving a two-thirds majority vote in both houses of the legislature.

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