OMAHA, Neb. (KMTV) — A proposed Nebraska law allowing law enforcement to seize firearms during protection orders draws support and storage concerns from Douglas County officials.
- The proposed bill, LB1088 was introduced by State Sen. Jane Raybould of Lincoln.
- The sheriff’s office processes more than 2,000 protection orders annually, and Sheriff Aaron Hanson warned that local agencies lack the infrastructure to handle a potential influx of seized weapons.
- Survivors in need of help can call the WCA 24-hour crisis line at 402-345-7273.
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A proposed Nebraska law aimed at protecting domestic violence survivors by allowing law enforcement to temporarily seize firearms when protection orders are issued is drawing both support and concern from local officials.
The measure would give authorities the power to remove guns from situations where protection orders have been granted, potentially preventing violent escalations. Supporters argue the legislation could save lives in a state that has seen rising domestic violence deaths…