26 Questions
According to the text, who can request a Firearms Emergency Protective Order (Firearms EPO)?
Any law enforcement officer
According to the text, what is the purpose of a gun violence restraining order?
To prohibit a person from owning firearms
According to the text, when can a Firearms EPO be granted?
If the person to be restrained poses an immediate threat
Who can request a firearms restraining order?
Only immediate family members
What does a firearms restraining order prohibit?
Having any guns or ammunition
Where can someone get the forms to request a firearms restraining order?
All of the above
What is the purpose of a temporary firearms restraining order?
To grant immediate protection
According to the text, what is required if the person to be restrained does not attend the hearing?
The order must be personally served
According to the text, what do you have to prove to get a firearms restraining order?
The person to be restrained poses a significant danger in the near future
According to the text, can someone speak for you in court during the hearing?
No, only you or your lawyer can speak for you
Which form should be filed to request a Temporary Firearms Restraining Order?
Form GV-110
What is the punishment for violating the Firearms Emergency Protective Order?
Both a $1,000 fine and imprisonment for six months
What must the restrained person do within 24 hours of receiving the Firearms Emergency Protective Order?
All of the above
What form can be filed to extend the restrictions of a pre-existing gun violence restraining order?
Form GV-130
Which of the following is true about the Firearms Emergency Protective Order mentioned in the text?
It can be requested by both a law enforcement officer and a family member
What happens if you violate the Firearms Emergency Protective Order?
You will be prohibited from having a firearm for an additional five years
What must you do within 24 hours of receiving the Firearms Emergency Protective Order?
All of the above
Who is responsible for enforcing the Firearms Emergency Protective Order?
All law enforcement officers in California
According to the text, what is the purpose of a Firearms EPO?
To remove firearms from an individual who poses an immediate and present danger
What is the maximum duration of a Firearms EPO?
21 days
When should officers consider obtaining a Firearms EPO?
In situations where the person exhibits unstable behavior but does not meet the criteria for a 5150 WIC 'Hold'
What should officers do if a location to be searched is jointly occupied by the restrained person and one or more other persons?
Not seize any firearms or ammunitions owned by a person other than the restrained person
According to the text, what is the purpose of the Petition for Firearms Restraining Order?
To request the court to issue an order prohibiting the respondent from having firearms and ammunition
What are the grounds for issuance of a Firearms Restraining Order according to the text?
The respondent poses a significant danger of causing personal injury by having firearms
According to the text, what is required for the court to issue a Firearms Restraining Order?
Reasonable cause to believe the respondent poses a significant danger and less restrictive alternatives have been tried
What is the purpose of the Request for Immediate Temporary Order according to the text?
To request the court to make a firearms restraining order that will last until the hearing without notice to the respondent
This quiz tests your knowledge on completing a request to give less than five days' notice in the State of California. Answer questions on the required information, attachments, and declaration.
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