Gun Violence Prevention Legislation PresentationStudy Session February 8, 2022Gun Violence Prevention
Prohibition on Open CarryWould ban the carrying of firearms in public places. Exceptions would include all federal, state, or local law enforcement, members of the armed forces on official duty, locations where the property owner has given permission for open carriage, carrying a firearm in a vehicle, carrying in a locked or enclosed case, or carrying a concealed weapon with a permit.
Prohibiting Carry in Sensitive AreasWould prohibit open or concealed carry of firearms in city buildings, public parks and playgrounds, City recreation or community centers, demonstrations on public property, within 500 feet of polling locations or ballot counting locations, licensed premises for alcohol sellers, hospitals, mental health or substance abuse treatment centers, places of worship (except with permission), stadiums or arenas, banks, theaters, and day care centers or preschools. Exceptions would include law enforcement, members of the armed forces on official duty, security guards employed by the City, or the carrying of firearms in motor vehicles.
Raising the Age to 21Raising the lawful age to purchase a firearm from 18 to 21. The city has already done this in B.R.C. §§ 5-8-2 and 5-8-12.
Waiting Period for Firearms PurchaseWould require a ten-day waiting period after initiation of a background check for a licensed firearms dealer to deliver a firearm to a purchaser. Exceptions would include law enforcement or corrections agencies, United States marshals, other federal officials, and members of the armed forces transferring firearms as part of their official duties, transfers between licensed firearms dealers, importers, or manufacturers, gunsmiths receiving firearms for repair, private security firms or personnel, and persons engaged in the business of transporting or storing goods who possess firearms in the ordinary course of business.
Banning Assault Weapons, Large Capacity Magazines, and Trigger ActivatorsThis proposal is similar to what Boulder enacted in 2018. Would include a large capacity magazine limit of ten rounds as well as bans on assault weapons and trigger activators. The draft also contains an option that would allow persons to retain possession of legacy assault weapons if they obtain a certificate from the city. Finally, this option includes a provision imposing civil liability on firearms owners whose firearms are used in the commission of a crime.
Regulation of Firearms Dealers and Ammunition SellersWould require firearms dealers and ammunition sellers to obtain a city law enforcement permit and a land use permit to operate. It would set certain specifications for premises where firearms and ammunition are sold, including safe storage and video surveillance requirements, and require liability insurance of no less than $1,000,000 per incident of damage to property or injury or death of a person. It would require firearms sellers to keep records of all transactions and take the thumbprint of purchasers, and to report lost or stolen firearms and ammunition. It would provide for civil liability for firearms dealers or ammunition sellers who violate federal, state or local law to anyone injured as a result of such violation. It would also require posted safety warnings within the premises licensed for the sale of firearms.
Firearm Dealer SignageWould require firearms dealers to post a sign stating “WARNING: Access to a firearms in the home significantly increases the risk of suicide, death during domestic violence disputes, and the unintentional death of children, household members, or others. If you or a loved one is experiencing distress and/or depression, call [hotline number] or visit [website].” The requirement could be extended to include requiring signs in English, Spanish, or other languages.
Ghost Gun BanWould ban the possession of any firearm that has not been identified with a serial number by a federal licensee. Exceptions include firearms possessed by federal licensees, antique firearms or any firearms made before October 22, 1968, or firearms possessed by federal, state, or local law enforcement officers pursuant to their official duties.