Governor Jared Polis has signed Senate Bill 3 into law, introducing one of the most restrictive gun measures in Colorado’s history. Starting in August 2026, the bill bans the manufacture and sale of certain semiautomatic firearms that accept detachable ammunition magazines, including popular models like the AR-15 and AK-47, while also prohibiting rapid-fire trigger devices. This legislation comes in response to the ongoing concern over gun violence and aims to reduce the potential devastation from mass shootings in the state.
The new law requires individuals seeking to purchase these banned weapons to undergo a comprehensive vetting and training process, including a background check by their county sheriff and a firearms safety course. Although current owners can retain their weapons, those seeking to acquire them in the future must navigate these stringent regulations—prompting discussions about their constitutionality and potential legal challenges from gun rights advocates. With opposition already mounting, the future of this law may hinge on upcoming court decisions.
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