Require gun owners to report lost or stolen firearms to police
In Plain English
Richmond currently has no law requiring gun owners to notify police when their firearms go missing. The new law would make it mandatory to report lost or stolen guns. If approved, gun owners face penalties for failing to notify authorities about missing weapons.
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Votes
Adopted Ordinance No. 41-07 N.S.
6 to 1
Why This Vote Matters
Richmond adopted a new law requiring gun owners to report lost or stolen firearms to police, with Vice Mayor Bates casting the lone dissenting vote and Councilmember Marquez abstaining. Previously, the city had no such requirement, meaning missing weapons could go unreported indefinitely. Gun owners who fail to notify authorities about missing firearms will now face penalties, though the ordinance doesn't specify the financial amounts. The measure passed with solid support despite the divided vote.
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