Extreme Risk Protection Orders (ERPOs) were enacted in 2019 by the DC Council to create a new form of protection aimed at preventing gun violence. Like most “red flag” laws, this measure permits law enforcement to seek a protection order against an individual who would be a danger to themselves or others if they possess or purchase firearms. ERPOs can be filed by both members of the MPD and by other eligible parties, including current and former romantic partners. ERPOs are also unique in that warrants to search for firearms can be issued as part of the order. In this training, volunteer attorneys will learn how ERPOs can be used to protect domestic violence survivors by intervening to ensure that dangerous individuals do not have access to firearms.