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Sheriffs, NRA oppose law requiring training for gun purchases
The law requires training and certification for certain gun buyers, and opponents say it adds fees and hurdles that could violate constitutional rights.
- On August 1, 2026, Senate Bill 25-003 took effect, mandating training certification for purchasing semiautomatic firearms and rapid-fire devices. Sponsored by Sen. Tim Sullivan, the law aims to prevent mass shootings.
- The National Rifle Association and Colorado State Shooting Association sued Gov. Jared Polis and Colorado Attorney General Phil Weiser last year, seeking an immediate injunction to stop enforcement on constitutional grounds.
- Montezuma County Sheriff Steven Nowlin refused to manage training certifications, while The Custer County Sheriff Lloyd Smith complied but expressed disagreement, arguing the bill fails to promote public safety.
- Among the lawsuit's plaintiffs is Air Force veteran Israel Del Toro, who relies on force-reset triggers now classified as "dangerous weapons" under the statute; DCF Guns pledged $400,000 to fund the legal challenge.
- Colorado Ceasefire, a 26-year-old gun violence prevention organization, lobbied for the legislation regulating rapid-fire devices. Despite this support, widespread pushback from organizations and local officials continues to challenge implementation.
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Sheriffs, NRA oppose law requiring training for gun purchases
(The Center Square) - Colorado’s gun control law that went into effect last week is receiving widespread pushback from many notable organizations in the state, including two county sheriffs’ offices.
Colorado sheriffs, NRA oppose new law requiring training for gun purchases
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