If the word "gun" appears in an Applicant's statement of facts, a protective order will be issued. Even without the word gun, protective orders are easy to get. The burden of proof needed for a judge or hearing master to issue a TPO is very low. Pursuant to NRS§ 33.020, "If it appears to the satisfaction of the court from specific facts shown by a verified application that an act of domestic violence has occurred or there exists a threat of domestic violence..." the court may issue protective order. For many reasons (political, abundance of caution, public policy, etc.), if there is an allegation of a gun involved in any event of domestic violence, a protective order will be issued against the Adverse Party. From a prosecutorial perspective, taking action against a person who owns a gun is preventing a murder.
What does this mean? From a defense perspective, it can give a pretext for lying. Allegations become exponentially more powerful, so there could be a larger rationale to lie or exaggerate facts in an application when they pertain to guns. It also means that your 2nd Amendment rights will be taken from you for extended period of time.
If you have been charged with Battery, Battery Domestic Violence, or any other related crime; or if a TPO has been issued against you, please visit georgeforjustice.com.
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