RESOURCES
You don’t have to do it alone. There are resources to help you promote safety at home and in your neighborhood.
RESOURCES TO SUPPORT SAFE GUN OWNERSHIP AND STORAGE:
Supporting Community Organizations
- From providing free gun locks to creating after school programs, there are community-based initiatives in Colorado that will benefit you and your loved ones.
- OGVP Grant Recipients’ Programs
Voluntary, Temporary Gun Storage Options
- Whether you’re traveling out of state and want extra peace of mind that your firearms are secure, have a teen at home in crisis and at risk for suicide, or your home is on the market and want to make sure that your firearms are secure while showings occur, you can use the Colorado Gun Storage Map to find a local business or law enforcement agency that provides options for temporary, voluntary firearm storage.
- Colorado Gun Storage Options
Extreme Risk Protection Orders
- An Extreme Risk Protection Order is a tool to temporarily restrict access to guns for individuals who pose an immediate risk to themselves or others. It’s a tool that prevents suicide and protects Colorado from acts of violence.
- Learn More
State of Colorado Action
- Sign up for the Office of Gun Violence Prevention’s quarterly newsletter to learn about gun violence prevention events, new resources, and more.
- Sign Up
We all have a role to play.
Whether you own a firearm, live in a home with one, or simply want to start a conversation,
Is it an emergency?
Dial 911 for immediate assistance.
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