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Firearm and Domestic Violence Bench Resource for Judges

This checklist for judges provides key information on the federal Gun Control Act provisions prohibiting the purchase, transport or possession of firearms by those subject to a protection order(18 USC 922 (g)(8)) Detailed information on who is prohibited, as well as surrender, transfer and return of firearms, and requirements of firearms.

Firearm and Domestic Violence Bench Resource for Judges

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