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CT Bill Would Confiscate Guns Before Allegations of Abuse Proven

by AWR Hawkins A new bill introduced in Connecticut changes state law so that guns are confiscated from the subject of a protective order the moment the request for the order is filed rather than waiting until the accused has an opportunity to have his or her case heard by a judge. The measure is supported by state senator Mae Flexer (D-Killingly), who says, “The minute a woman comes forward and asks for a temporary restraining order is the most dangerous moment of her life.” Opponents of the measure point out that the request for a protective order on the… View Article