Warning signs surrounding the Highland Park, Illinois mass shooting suspect’s mental state is raising new questions about red flag laws and his ability to legally access guns.
, with red flag lawS, which allow for the temporary removal of firearms, specifically from those considered a danger to themselves or others.
"Law enforcement did have this person on their radar so they could have petitioned a court for an order," said Attorney Allison Anderman with Barnhorst said that mass shootings only make up a fraction of gun violence. She warned with the Internet and social media, young, impressionable, men can connect with others who may be disturbed or have thoughts of violence and arming themselves.
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