RICHMOND, Va. (AP) — The Virginia Senate has advanced legislation that would allow authorities to take guns away from people deemed dangerous to themselves or others.
The Democratic-led Senate gave preliminary approval to approve the so-called “red flag” law. The move comes a day after tens of thousands of gun-rights activists rallied peacefully at the state Capitol.
The measure is set for a final vote in the Senate before going to the House.
Republicans blasted the bill as an assault on gun rights and civil liberties.
Democrats said the bill was a thoughtful measure that would preserve due process while also protecting people against potential gun violence.