What is the primary purpose of a Risk Protection Order?

• A. To provide financial relief.
• B. To seize firearms and ammunition from a person who poses danger; prohibits purchase/possession while in effect.
• C. To grant shelter.
• D. To require counseling.

Answer: (B)

Risk Protection Orders are civil tools designed to quickly reduce the risk of gun violence by removing firearms from someone who poses a danger and by prohibiting that person from purchasing or possessing firearms while the order is in effect. The focus is on firearm safety and preventing access to weapons during the period of danger, rather than providing financial relief, shelter, or counseling. In practice, an order is issued after a petition shows credible risk, may be granted on an emergency basis, and is followed by a hearing to decide on its continuation.