The Biden administration’s Department of Justice (DOJ) is poised to introduce a nationwide “red flag” initiative, stirring a mix of support and controversy across political lines. The initiative seeks to empower states to enact laws allowing courts to temporarily seize firearms from individuals considered a threat to themselves or others. President Biden has stressed the importance of proactive measures in curbing gun-related tragedies, advocating for expanded background checks and the adoption of “red flag” laws.
Also recognized as extreme risk protection orders, “red flag” laws authorize family members, law enforcement, or concerned individuals to petition state courts for the temporary removal of firearms from individuals perceived as posing a danger.
