(WXMI) — New gun laws signed by Gov. Gretchen Whitmer last year will go into effect next week.
The laws will require safe storage, universal background checks, implement extreme risk protection orders — or “red flag” laws — and ban those convicted of domestic violence from owning guns.
Advocates welcome the changes after spending years pushing for enhanced gun safety.
“We can protect kids and prevent accidents. We can reduce firearm suicides, and we can protect our communities from gun violence,” says Ken Whittaker, gun owner. “We've been watching gun violence escalate in our communities for years. Now, finally, the legislature has listened to us the community and passed this important law that will undoubtedly save lives.”
The new laws take effect Feb. 13.
