Man Loses Guns Over Bogus Red Flag Hit

Published on October 7, 2025
Duration: 5:04

This video details a concerning case where a Montana resident had his firearms confiscated due to a red flag order issued in Washington state, despite having no recent ties to Washington. The order was eventually dismissed, but the individual was still listed as a prohibited person, highlighting issues with inter-state enforcement and the difficulty of removing oneself from such lists. The Montana Shooting Sports Association is working on legislation to prevent similar occurrences.

Quick Summary

A Montana man's firearms were confiscated due to a red flag order from Washington state, despite no recent ties to Washington. Even after the order was dismissed, he remained a prohibited person, illustrating the challenges of inter-state enforcement and database accuracy regarding firearms rights.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Man Loses Guns Over Bogus Red Flag Hit
  2. 00:19Introduction and Channel Support
  3. 00:51The Story of John Smith
  4. 01:44The Phone Call and the Report
  5. 01:59Washington Red Flag Law vs. Montana Law
  6. 02:13Red Flag Order Communicated to Montana
  7. 02:22Guns Confiscated Without Hearing
  8. 02:33Realization of No Threat
  9. 02:43Ex-Girlfriend Recants Story
  10. 02:48Judge Throws Out Order
  11. 02:53Post-Order Issues: 10-Day Waiting Period
  12. 03:20Labeled a Prohibited Person
  13. 03:38Difficulty Getting Off Prohibited Lists
  14. 04:08Summary of the Incident
  15. 04:25MSSA Drafting New Legislation
  16. 04:45Conclusion and Call to Action

Frequently Asked Questions

How can a red flag order from another state affect gun ownership?

A red flag order, or Extreme Risk Protection Order, issued in one state can be communicated to law enforcement in another state. This can lead to the confiscation of firearms, even if the individual has no recent ties to the state that issued the order and even if that state's laws differ from the resident's home state.

What happens if a red flag order is dismissed but the person is still listed as prohibited?

Even after a judge dismisses a red flag order, the individual may remain listed as a prohibited person in government databases. This can prevent them from legally owning or acquiring firearms and ammunition, requiring further legal action to clear their name.

Can gun control laws from other states impact residents in states with different laws?

Yes, as demonstrated in this case, gun control measures like red flag laws from one state can be enforced in another. This can happen without the local government passing any new laws, highlighting potential loopholes in inter-state firearm regulations.

How difficult is it to get off a prohibited person list after a red flag order is dismissed?

It is notoriously difficult to get removed from government prohibited person lists once an individual is added. Databases may not be updated promptly, and it often requires significant effort and legal navigation to clear one's status.

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