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politics2 months ago

Texas voters approve amendments and ballot measures in 2025 election

Maine voters approved a 'red flag' law allowing family petitions to confiscate firearms from at-risk individuals, becoming the 22nd state with such legislation, while rejecting a measure that would have changed election laws. Texas voters approved amendments to clarify parental rights and restrict voting to U.S. citizens, with both measures supported by state leaders. The votes reflect ongoing debates over gun safety, voting rights, and constitutional protections.

via NBC News|
#ballot-measures#election-laws#gun-safety
crime-and-law1 year ago

Maine Mass Shooter's Disturbing Warning Signs Caught on Camera

Three months before committing a mass shooting, Robert Card II was encountered by New York State Police and fellow reservists at a hotel, where he expressed paranoia and made concerning statements. Despite fears of potential violence, law enforcement faced challenges in getting him help due to legal limitations. Although Card was eventually taken for a mental health evaluation, he later returned to Maine and attempted to purchase a firearm accessory, raising questions about the effectiveness of the system in preventing individuals with mental health issues from accessing firearms.

via Bangor Daily News|
#army-reserve#crime-and-law#mass-shooting
law-and-politics1 year ago

"Michigan's New Gun Laws Spark Concerns and Mark Anniversaries"

Three new gun laws, including a red flag law, take effect in Michigan, aiming to prevent minors and high-risk individuals from accessing firearms. Law enforcement and court officials anticipate a learning curve in implementing the laws, with concerns about potential misuse and challenges in enforcement. The laws require extreme risk protection orders, safe storage of firearms, and universal background checks, with penalties for non-compliance. The implementation process is expected to involve a period of adjustment for both law enforcement and the public.

via Detroit News|
#court-implementation#gun-laws#law-and-politics
law-enforcement1 year ago

"APD Identifies Man Who Died by Suicide During Police Encounter"

Matthias Wynkoop died by suicide during an encounter with Albuquerque police, who had been called to a suicide call. Wynkoop shot and killed himself after officers fired at him when he pointed a gun. The Office of the Medical Investigator confirmed that Wynkoop's self-inflicted gunshot was the cause of death, and the autopsy did not reveal any other bullets. Police had previous encounters with Wynkoop, including an incident in October where another agency used the red flag law to confiscate several of his guns.

via KOB 4|
#albuquerque#law-enforcement#matthias-wynkoop
crime1 year ago

"Identification of Deceased Man in Albuquerque Police Encounter"

A man, identified as Mattias Wynkoop, died during a police interaction in Albuquerque after allegedly pointing a firearm at officers. He was found with a handgun and rifle in his truck, and a preliminary autopsy revealed that he had shot himself. Officials stated that Wynkoop had previously attempted to provoke officers into shooting him and had his firearms taken away under the "Red Flag Law," raising questions about how he obtained the other firearms involved in the incident.

via KRQE News 13|
#albuquerque#crime#firearms
law-and-politics1 year ago

"Michigan's New Gun Laws: Progress and Challenges Ahead"

Michigan's new "red flag law" allowing judges to order temporary confiscation of firearms from individuals deemed a risk to themselves or others takes effect on Feb. 13, making Michigan the latest of 21 states to implement extreme risk protection orders. The law also includes universal background checks, safe storage requirements, and limits on domestic abusers seeking to purchase new firearms. The legislation allows law enforcement officers, health care providers, and certain individuals to petition for an extreme risk protection order, with courts considering various factors before issuing the order. Additionally, new protections preventing domestic violence offenders from owning firearms within eight years of their conviction will also take effect next month.

via Detroit News|
#domestic-violence#extreme-risk-protection-orders#gun-violence-prevention
politics2 years ago

"Institutionalization vs. Nationalization: DeSantis' Solution to Florida's Red Flag Law in Wake of Maine Shooting"

Florida Governor Ron DeSantis expressed doubts about the effectiveness of Florida's red flag law in removing guns from dangerous individuals and stated that he would not sign any gun safety measures if elected president. Instead, in response to the recent mass shooting in Maine, DeSantis proposed institutionalizing more people with mental health issues against their will. He believes that holding people accountable through mental adjudication or criminal conviction is more effective. DeSantis also blamed lawmakers in Florida for keeping the red flag law in place, despite his previous opposition to it. He echoed former President Donald Trump's call to institutionalize more people and emphasized his commitment to upholding Second Amendment rights.

via CNN|
#gun-control#mass-shooting#mental-health
politics2 years ago

Michigan Governor Signs Controversial Red Flag Gun Law Despite Pushback.

Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer signed a red flag law that allows family members, police, mental health professionals, roommates, and former dating partners to petition a judge to remove firearms from those they believe pose an imminent threat to themselves or others. The law is expected to go into effect next spring. Michigan became the 21st state to implement a red flag law. However, questions remain about whether the state will have better success in enforcing it than others have. Some local sheriffs in Michigan have said they won’t enforce the law if they don’t believe it’s constitutional.

via The Associated Press|
#gun-safety#gun-violence#michigan
politics2 years ago

Michigan Governor Signs Red Flag Gun Law Despite Defiant Sheriffs

Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer signed a red flag law that allows those close to someone to petition a judge to remove firearms from them if they believe they are a threat to themselves or others. However, some sheriffs in the state have voiced their opposition to the law and have threatened not to enforce it. Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel vowed to find people who will enforce the red flag orders at the bill signing Monday.

via The Hill|
#gretchen-whitmer#gun-control#law-enforcement
politics2 years ago

Michigan Governor Enacts Red Flag Gun Law Allowing Confiscation of Firearms.

Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer signed a series of bills that will allow law enforcement, family, health care providers, and others to petition courts to temporarily remove guns from those deemed dangerous. The legislation, known as "red flag" laws, will take effect 90 days after the end of the legislative session. The bills aim to prevent gun violence, including firearm suicides and mass shootings. The legislation did not garner any Republican support in the state Legislature, and at least one law enforcement official has vowed not to enforce the new red flag law.

via Detroit Free Press|
#gretchen-whitmer#gun-violence#law-enforcement
politics2 years ago

Michigan Governor Signs Red Flag Gun Law Allowing Confiscation of Firearms.

Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer is set to sign a red flag law that allows family members, police, mental health professionals, roommates, and former dating partners to petition a judge to remove firearms from those they believe pose an imminent threat to themselves or others. The law is expected to go into effect next spring and Michigan will become the 21st state to implement a red flag law. The U.S. is on a record pace for mass shootings so far this year.

via WNEM|
#gabby-giffords#gretchen-whitmer#gun-control
politics2 years ago

Minnesota Governor Tim Walz signs comprehensive gun safety legislation.

Minnesota Governor Tim Walz signed two gun safety initiatives into law, including universal background checks and a red flag-style provision allowing law enforcement to intervene when someone is at high risk of injuring themselves or others with a firearm. The measures were included in a broader public safety budget bill after it narrowly passed by one vote along party lines in the state Senate. Republicans have criticized the measures as violating the Second Amendment. Minnesota now joins 19 other states that have implemented red flag laws.

via The Hill|
#gun-safety#minnesota#politics
politics2 years ago

Minnesota Governor Signs Comprehensive Gun Safety Legislation into Law

Minnesota Governor Tim Walz signed two gun safety measures into law, including a "red flag law" and expanded background checks for gun transfers. The red flag law allows authorities to temporarily take guns away from people deemed to be an imminent threat to others or themselves. Former Democratic congresswoman and gun safety campaigner Gabby Giffords spoke at the ceremony. The policies are the beginning of an effort to protect people across the state and prevent mass shootings, but opponents argue they infringe on Second Amendment rights and will be ineffective at lowering crime or suicide rates.

via PBS NewsHour|
#background-checks#gabby-giffords#gun-safety
politics2 years ago

Minnesota Governor Signs Historic Gun Control Measures into Law.

Minnesota Governor Tim Walz has signed two gun control measures into law, expanding background checks and allowing law enforcement to temporarily confiscate firearms from individuals deemed a threat to themselves or others. The measures were passed by the state's Democratic-controlled legislature and have faced opposition from gun rights advocates.

via Star Tribune|
#background-checks#governor-walz#gun-control