As we ring in the new year, Colorado introduces a slew of new laws that take effect on January 1, 2025, sparking debate and concern among gun rights supporters. Among these, notable changes target how firearms are stored in vehicles and the procedures for obtaining concealed carry permits.
Mandatory Safe Storage in Vehicles
A key law starting in 2025 requires gun owners to store their firearms in a locked, hard-sided container that is not visible inside the vehicle. The intent is to prevent theft, but critics argue it could impede quick access for self-defense, making gun owners vulnerable to crime. Proponents call it a “common sense” measure, while opponents see it as an overreach that infringes on gun owners’ rights and potentially puts them at a disadvantage in emergencies.
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Changes to Concealed Carry Permits
The new year also brings stricter requirements for those seeking concealed carry permits. Effective July 1, applicants must undergo a minimum of eight hours of training and pass both a live-fire test and a written exam. Supporters say this ensures responsible gun ownership, while detractors worry it might unnecessarily burden law-abiding citizens, particularly those who rely on their firearms for personal safety.
Other Noteworthy Legislation
Other significant legislation includes the prohibition of firearms at several public places, including schools and polling stations, with limited exceptions for law enforcement and security personnel. Additionally, a new law will require individuals under temporary domestic violence restraining orders to surrender their firearms, a measure that has received bipartisan support for its potential to protect victims of domestic abuse.
The state also plans to introduce a 6.5% excise tax on firearms and ammunition sales starting April 1, with projected revenues aimed at supporting crime victims and mental health services. This move follows the federal model but is unique at the state level, comparable only to similar taxes in California.
Community and Legal Responses
These laws have already sparked a wave of legal challenges and community reactions. Gun rights groups have been particularly vocal, arguing that these measures violate the Second Amendment and could be counterproductive by disarming law-abiding citizens without effectively deterring crime.
As Colorado navigates these changes, the fight for your rights continues. The state claims to balance public safety and respect the constitutional rights of its citizens. Gun owners and Second Amendment advocates remain watchful and ready to challenge what they perceive as infringements on their rights, setting the stage for ongoing legal battles and discussions on gun control and rights in the state.
Colorado House Passes Vehicle Lock Box Bill; Stolen Guns Big National Problem
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A new year should only “Bring Challenges & Concerns” for State Legislators, NOT Citizen Taxpayers.
None of these proposed laws are based in any statistical analysis of crime or public safety. Progressive public policy never is based in and kind of scientific analysis. Progressive public policy is based upon the emotions of progressive donors and voters. These measures are all designed to placate the fears of irrational, emotion driven people and keep them voting and donating for more of the same. Dealing with violent criminals solves the problem of violent crime which neutralizes the source of fear driving progressive donors and voters. That is why they focus on the product of magical thinking rather that… Read more »
No guns or ammo for you people in Colorado just more criminal illegal aliens and gangs to commit crimes and take over apartments and cities . Enjoy what you clowns voted for in Colorado .
how are the progs or leo’s going to know if you have your firearm locked in a hard sided case inside your vehicle? are they going to randomly going to search vehicles? if you are stupid enough to leave your firearm unlocked in your vehicle, you’re stupid enough to not own a firearm. could the eight hour training be watching brandon herrera’s darwin award videos? is the live fire exercise a anything other that shooting at a paper target? and is the written exam, how do you spell firearm? has there been any law-abiding citizens shooting up schools or polling… Read more »
I wonder how long it’ll be before this comes to Minnesota?… I’m sure Tampon Tim’s frothing at the mouth reading about these laws.
“Additionally, a new law will require individuals under temporary domestic violence restraining orders to surrender their firearms, a measure that has received bipartisan support for its potential to protect victims of domestic abuse.”
Ah “domestic abuse”; the well for more gun rights infringements that never runs dry! Unless and until terminally stupid women (and men) learn to stop choosing violent partners, returning repeatedly to them, and otherwise toying with them, this problem will never get better, no matter how many guns you confiscate.