Lawlor authored the first so-called red flag law in the U.S., more formally known as Extreme Risk Protection Orders (ERPO). Vars noted that the greatest impact of red flag laws seems to be on the prevention of gun-related suicides. Others have also questioned if red flag laws may violate the civil liberties of the accused. Meanwhile, Rosenberg said the U.S. is way behind in conducting research on what measures could prevent gun-related deaths, including red flag laws. You can't figure out in your head whether red flag laws are going to work for gun homicides or gun suicides.

Source: CBC News May 27, 2022 15:52 UTC