Texas HB2570 amends laws on extreme risk protective orders and firearm possession restrictions.

HB2570 modifies Texas law to include extreme risk protective orders, which prohibit individuals from possessing firearms if they pose a danger to themselves or others. The bill outlines procedures for issuing these orders, including hearings and the involvement of law enforcement. It also mandates that certain information about individuals subject to these orders be reported to the National Instant Criminal Background Check System. The bill specifies penalties for violating these orders and conditions under which firearms may be returned to individuals.

Texas HB2570 amends laws on extreme risk protective orders and firearm possession restrictions.

HB2570 modifies Texas law to include extreme risk protective orders, which prohibit individuals from possessing firearms if they pose a danger to themselves or others. The bill outlines procedures for issuing these orders, including hearings and the involvement of law enforcement. It also mandates that certain information about individuals subject to these orders be reported to the National Instant Criminal Background Check System. The bill specifies penalties for violating these orders and conditions under which firearms may be returned to individuals.