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EspañolI do not have an order of protection against the abuser, and they have not been convicted of any crimes. Can they have a gun?
Montana state laws do not have restrictions on having a firearm other than those related to crimes and protection orders. For more information on gun laws in Montana, you can go to the Giffords Law Center website.
If none of these restrictions apply, you can still make a plan for your safety. Sometimes a safety plan might include leaving the area or going someplace the abuser doesn’t know, like a domestic violence shelter. We have tips on our Safety Planning pages, and you can contact an advocate at your local domestic violence organization who might help you create a personalized plan. See our Montana Advocates and Shelters page to find a domestic violence organization near you.
Also, federal laws, which apply to all states, restrict an abuser’s right to have a gun under other circumstances. Go to Federal Gun Laws to get more information.
