El Paso, TX
In 2005, community members in El Paso formed the Domestic Violence Surrender Advisory Committee. A unique and diverse group of law enforcement, legal practitioners, college staff, and officers from a…
Community Spotlights
Addressing the intersection of domestic violence and firearms through federal, state, and tribal laws available requires a multi-disciplinary approach reflective of the individual community. Many communities across the country are already leading the way by developing practical and effective strategies to implement and enforce domestic violence-related firearm prohibitions.
The National Resource Center on Domestic Violence and Firearms engages these communities, learns from their successes and obstacles overcome, and elevates their work so others can benefit from their experience. Our goal is to help communities implement strategies that are survivor-centered, trauma-informed, and meet their communities’ needs. By highlighting these effective community models, other communities can build on what works, avoid common pitfalls, and adapt solutions that meet their unique needs.
We offer hands-on technical assistance to help local agencies and organizations — including law enforcement, courts, legal professionals, and victim service providers and advocates — bring these models to life. Contact us to learn more.
Baltimore, MD
In 2009, Maryland enacted a law requiring a judge to order firearms confiscated from people who have final protective orders filed against them. Judges also had discretion to order firearm…
State of Wisconsin
In 2009, a subcommittee of the Governor’s Council on Domestic Violence completed a model firearm surrender protocol to improve compliance with firearm surrender laws. In 2010, the protocol was piloted…
Dallas County, Texas
Dallas County, Texas, is known for being one of the most populated counties in Texas and a statewide leader on combating domestic violence. However, the county lagged behind in its…
San Mateo County, CA
Since 2004, anyone served with a temporary protective order is given only 24 hours to turn over any weapons to local law enforcement or sell them to a licensed gun…
NRCDVF is interested in learning about all of the many communities working to address gun violence in intimate partner relationships. Please share the story of your jurisdiction with us!