BISMARCK – North Dakota’s House is considering a bill that would allow authorities to seize guns from a person who a family member or law enforcement believes is a danger.
The House Judiciary Committee completed its two-day hearing Monday on the bipartisan “red flag” measure.
The bill would allow a judge to order guns temporarily seized if police or family members believe a person is a danger to themselves or others.
A court hearing must be held within 14 days to determine whether to return the guns or hold them for up to a year.
Opponents argue the bill is a violation of due process. Supporters say it will save lives. Among those testifying in favor of the bill was Fargo Police Chief Dave Todd.
Thirteen others states already have a similar law on the books.
The committee did not take immediate action on the bill.
