Texas SB2305 establishes extreme risk protective orders and related criminal offenses.

Texas SB2305 amends the Texas Code of Criminal Procedure to create extreme risk protective orders. These orders can prohibit individuals from purchasing, owning, possessing, or controlling firearms if there is a risk they may harm themselves or others. The bill outlines procedures for applying for and issuing these orders, including temporary ex parte orders. It also mandates that law enforcement agencies handle firearms relinquished under these orders and establishes rules for their disposition.

Texas SB2305 establishes extreme risk protective orders and related criminal offenses.

Texas SB2305 amends the Texas Code of Criminal Procedure to create extreme risk protective orders. These orders can prohibit individuals from purchasing, owning, possessing, or controlling firearms if there is a risk they may harm themselves or others. The bill outlines procedures for applying for and issuing these orders, including temporary ex parte orders. It also mandates that law enforcement agencies handle firearms relinquished under these orders and establishes rules for their disposition.