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Hindu Priest’s Bail Denied Third Time in Bangladesh Sedition Case Over Flag Disrespect Allegations

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Chattogram, Bangladesh – Hindu priest Chinmoy Krishna Das remains embroiled in a legal battle after his bail plea was rejected for the third time by a court in Chattogram. Das has been detained since November of last year, following accusations that he disrespected the Bangladesh flag during a religious gathering. Despite presenting his case before the judicial authorities multiple times, the court has consistently denied Das’s requests for temporary release. The specific details of the allegations against Das involve alleged disrespectful acts towards the national symbol of Bangladesh, embedded in complex religious and social connotations, … Read more

Colorado’s Red Flag Law Insights: 39% Effective Rate, Reveals Notable Differences Across Sanctuaries and Non-Sanctuaries

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DENVER, Colo. — Colorado’s red flag law, known officially as the Deputy Zackari Parrish Violence Prevention Act, has resulted in 39% of petitions leading to firearm relinquishments since its implementation in 2020. This law permits certain individuals, including law enforcement and family members, to seek extreme risk protection orders (ERPOs) against those judged to be a danger to themselves or others. Introduced in response to growing concerns about gun violence and mental health crises, the law has seen significant use over the past three years, according to a study published in Preventive Medicine Reports. From … Read more

Families Accuse Colorado Authorities of Disregarding ‘Red Flag’ Laws Prior to Club Q Tragedy

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Colorado Springs, CO — In the wake of the tragic shooting at Club Q in Colorado Springs, several lawsuits have been filed accusing state officials of failing to enforce “red flag” laws that could have prevented the incident. The lawsuits point to apparent oversights in utilizing the state’s existing preventive measures, leaving critical questions about the enforcement of laws designed to stop such violent acts. The red flag laws, officially known as extreme risk protection orders, are intended to remove firearms from individuals deemed a threat to themselves or others. These laws have been in … Read more

Maine’s Yellow Flag Law Usage Surges Post-Mass Shooting, Exceeding 400 Interventions in Effort to Prevent Violence

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Lewiston, Maine — In the aftermath of Maine’s deadliest mass shooting, law enforcement officials have significantly increased the use of the state’s yellow flag law, aiming to prevent further tragedies by removing weapons from individuals deemed threats to themselves or others. Since the law came into effect in 2020, its application saw a dramatic rise following the horrific events at a local bar and bowling alley on Oct. 25, 2023, where 18 lives were tragically lost. From the inception of the law until the day prior to the mass shooting, police had utilized the provision … Read more