TBA Law Blog


Posted by: Paul Burch on Apr 19, 2023

Tennessee Gov. Bill Lee today called on the General Assembly to pass legislation for a new “Order of Protection” law before the end of the legislative session. In a video message, Lee says the new law would strengthen safety while also preserving the constitutional rights of law-abiding citizens. He makes the case that the proposal is the “best way to help individuals who intend to harm themselves or others, protect constitutional rights and keep our communities safe.” The bill would allow temporary removal of firearms from a person who poses a "current and ongoing" risk of serious harm to themselves or others "while requiring due process and a high burden of proof to preserve the Second Amendment," Lee says. WSMV has more on the proposal and responses from both Lt. Gov. Randy McNally and House Democratic Caucus Chairman John Ray Clemmons.