Reply Today, with my support, the Connecticut House of Representatives voted on the first substantial update to its Red Flag law since its adoption over 20 years ago. (Shutterstock) House Passes Red Flag Law,
by State Rep. Raghib Allie-Brennan
Connecticut enacted our country s first Red Flag law in 1999 following a devastating mass shooting at the Connecticut Lottery. This law, also known as a Risk Warrant or a Risk Protection Order, established a legal procedure for the temporary removal of firearms from a person who may pose a danger to themselves or others.
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Today, with my support, the Connecticut House of Representatives voted on the first substantial update to its Red Flag law since its adoption over 20 years ago. The bill passed 93-55.