Florida Governor Ron DeSantis aims to repeal red flag law in the state
Florida Governor Ron DeSantis aims to repeal the red flag law in the state, arguing that it infringes on gun owners' Second Amendment rights. The law allows law enforcement to seek court orders to confiscate firearms from individuals deemed a threat to themselves or others.
Key Points
- DeSantis believes red flag laws are unconstitutional
- Law enforcement filed nearly 10,000 risk protection order petitions in Florida between July 2022 and the end of 2024
- No bills have been filed in the Florida legislature to repeal the red flag law
Pros
- Protects Second Amendment rights of gun owners
- Criticizes the burden of proof and due process under red flag laws
Cons
- Could potentially impact public safety by limiting law enforcement's ability to confiscate firearms from individuals deemed dangerous