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Introduced
01/21/2020
01/21/2020
In Committee
02/12/2020
02/12/2020
Crossed Over
02/07/2020
02/07/2020
Passed
02/13/2020
02/13/2020
Dead
Signed/Enacted/Adopted
02/13/2020
02/13/2020
Introduced Session
2020 Regular Session
Bill Summary
AN ACT RELATING TO DOMESTIC AFFAIRS; CREATING THE EXTREME RISK FIREARM PROTECTION ORDER ACT; PROVIDING FOR THE ISSUANCE OF COURT ORDERS TO REQUIRE THE RELINQUISHMENT OF FIREARMS FOR SOME PERIOD UNDER CERTAIN CIRCUMSTANCES; CLARIFYING DUTIES OF A LAW ENFORCEMENT OFFICER IN THE TORT CLAIMS ACT; PROVIDING PENALTIES; AMENDING AND ENACTING SECTIONS OF THE NMSA 1978.
AI Summary
This bill creates the Extreme Risk Firearm Protection Order Act, which allows law enforcement officers to petition the court for a temporary or one-year order to require an individual to relinquish their firearms if they are found to pose a significant danger of causing imminent personal injury to themselves or others. The bill outlines the process for obtaining these orders, including the required content of the petition, the grounds for issuing the orders, and the procedures for serving and enforcing the orders. The bill also establishes penalties for violating the orders and requires the reporting of the orders to law enforcement databases. Additionally, the bill amends the Tort Claims Act to clarify the liability of law enforcement officers when carrying out their duties.
Committee Categories
Business and Industry, Government Affairs, Justice
Sponsors (3)
Last Action
Signed by Governor - Chapter 5 - Feb. 25 (on 02/13/2020)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.nmlegis.gov/lcs/legislation.aspx?chamber=S&legtype=B&legno=5&year=20 |
| BillText | https://www.nmlegis.gov/Sessions/20%20Regular/final/SB0005.pdf |
| BillText | https://www.nmlegis.gov/Sessions/20%20Regular/bills/senate/SB0005.pdf |
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