What is a substantial risk order?
A substantial risk order is a civil court order prohibiting an individual (called the respondent) from purchasing, possessing, or transporting a firearm while the order is in effect.1
1 VA Code § 19.2-152.14(A)
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A substantial risk order is a civil court order prohibiting an individual (called the respondent) from purchasing, possessing, or transporting a firearm while the order is in effect.1
1 VA Code § 19.2-152.14(A)
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