Gun Violence Restraining Orders

Supervisors Move to Strengthen Regulation of Gun Dealers

The fourth ordinance, which is being developed by the Department of Regional Planning, will create a 1,000-foot buffer zone between…

2 years ago

Supervisors Draw Attention to Gun Violence Restraining Orders

Gun violence restraining orders are disproportionately underutilized in Los Angeles County. In 2022, only 66 GVROs were granted in LA…

2 years ago

During National Gun Violence Awareness Month, Gov. Newsom Launches GunSafety.ca.gov

A gun violence restraining order is a temporary action taken by a local court when someone is at risk or…

2 years ago

Supervisors Seek to Improve Access to Gun Violence Restraining Orders

In 2016, California passed a red flag law that allows people to petition a court for a Gun Violence Restraining…

3 years ago

Cal OES Reminds Californians About the State’s Gun Violence Restraining Order Law

As California continues to lead the way in protecting children and loved ones from gun violence, the California Governor’s Office…

3 years ago

California Announces New Details on Efforts to Promote Nation-Leading Red Flag Laws

This law demonstrates the enormous potential to save lives to reduce violence and death by firearms by helping to de-escalate…

3 years ago