Victor Gomes, despite being under a domestic violence restraining order, bought a Glock 17 that he later used to fatally shoot his son and himself. This tragic event highlighted systemic failures in the reporting of restraining orders. A new bill, Wyland's Law, proposed by Assemblymember Catherine Stefani, aims to expedite and enhance the reporting process of such orders to the state's database, ensuring that prohibited buyers cannot access firearms and improving accountability and safety for families and victims.
"It is unthinkable that someone subject to a restraining order could still gain access to a firearm because of a bureaucratic failure. Let me be absolutely clear: Our laws are only as strong as our systems to enforce them."
"Wyland's Law ensures that courts and the Department of Justice maintain clear, trackable records of restraining orders, and that families, survivors, and law enforcement can confirm those orders were properly transmitted."
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