Senate Bill 329 introduces a new legal framework for extreme risk protection temporary restraining orders (TROs) and injunctions aimed at preventing individuals deemed at substantial risk of harming themselves or others from possessing firearms. The bill allows law enforcement officers or family members to petition the court for an extreme risk protection injunction, which can be initiated with a request for a TRO if there is immediate danger. The court is required to expedite the hearing for the TRO, which, if granted, mandates the individual to surrender all firearms. The injunction can last up to one year and may be renewed, with penalties for violations classified as a Class G felony.

Additionally, the bill amends various statutes to incorporate the new procedures and definitions related to extreme risk protection orders. It establishes a grant program for law enforcement training on identifying individuals at risk and filing petitions for these orders. The bill also includes provisions for the consequences of filing false petitions, which would be classified as a Class H felony. Overall, the legislation aims to enhance public safety by providing a legal mechanism to temporarily restrict firearm access for individuals posing a significant risk.

Statutes affected:
Bill Text: 165.63(3), 165.63, 165.63(4)(d), 175.35(1)(at), 175.35, 175.60(9g)(a)2, 175.60, 175.60(11)(a)2.f, 801.58(2m), 801.58, 813.06