DC Gun Laws & Firearms Safety Practice Exam

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What is a 'red flag law'?

A law prohibiting firearms in red flag areas
A law allowing law enforcement to remove firearms from a person deemed a threat
A regulation on the manufacturing of firearms
A law requiring flags on all firearms for visibility

The correct answer is: A law allowing law enforcement to remove firearms from a person deemed a threat

A 'red flag law' is a law that allows law enforcement to temporarily remove firearms from individuals who are deemed to be a threat to themselves or others. This is done through a legal process where a court can issue an extreme risk protection order (ERPO) to temporarily confiscate firearms from individuals who are considered to be at high risk of committing acts of violence. Red flag laws are intended to prevent gun violence by temporarily restricting access to firearms for individuals who may pose a danger to themselves or others.