MN SF1117

Enables law enforcement officers, family members, and guardians to petition courts for extreme risk protection orders prohibiting individuals from possessing firearms if they pose significant danger to themselves or others.

Creates two types of extreme risk protection orders: emergency orders (ex parte, lasting 14 days) issued based on probable cause, and orders after hearing (lasting 6 months to 1 year) requiring clear and convincing evidence.

Requires respondents to transfer firearms within 24 hours to federally licensed dealers or law enforcement; law enforcement cannot charge storage fees for temporary transfers but must compensate at fair market value for permanent transfers.

Establishes criteria for courts to consider when evaluating danger, including history of violence, threats, mental illness, suicide attempts, substance abuse violations, and violations of existing protection orders.

Appropriates $500,000 total ($250,000 annually for fiscal years 2024-2025) to reimburse law enforcement for firearm compensation and storage costs; effective January 1, 2024.