Governor Signs Red Flag Laws

Governor Signs Red Flag Laws

A person can seek a court order to temporarily confiscate the firearms of a person they fear may harm themselves or others under legislation signed into law by Governor Gretchen Whitmer. Key Points: A police officer, health care professional, or a family member could...
Last Week on the MLC Blog

Last Week on the MLC Blog

Over the past week, we covered these topics on the MLC Blog… MLC lobbyist Rudy Hobbs shared why it’s important to learn from your experiences and move forward with a fresh start. In the latest move reforming gun laws in Michigan, the legislature approved a proposal to...
Red Flag Law Headed to Governor

Red Flag Law Headed to Governor

In the latest move reforming gun laws in Michigan, the legislature approved a proposal to create red flag laws in Michigan. Introduced by Senator Mallory McMorrow (D-Royal Oak), the bill allows a court to issue an “Extreme Risk Protection Order” (ERPO) to temporarily...
Governor Signs Red Flag Laws

Governor Signs Firearm Reforms

This week, Governor Gretchen Whitmer signed a series of bills making changes to firearm laws in Michigan. The new laws encompass changes the governor called for in her State of the State address earlier this year. Specifics within the newly signed laws include:...
House Passes Red Flag Laws

House Passes Red Flag Laws

On the heels of recent gun legislation signed into law, the House passed legislation allowing courts to issue extreme risk protection orders (ERPOs). Under the bills, a judge may issue an ERPO for an individual deemed at risk of hurting themselves or others after...