This is a legal form that was released by the Connecticut Superior Court - a government authority operating within Connecticut. As of today, no separate filing guidelines for the form are provided by the issuing department.
Q: What is JD-CR-198?
A: JD-CR-198 is the form used in Connecticut to apply for a Risk Protection Order Investigation.
Q: What is a Risk Protection Order?
A: A Risk Protection Order is a court order that temporarily prohibits a person from possessing firearms if they are found to pose a risk to themselves or others.
Q: Who can apply for a Risk Protection Order?
A: Any law enforcement officer or family or household member can apply for a Risk Protection Order.
Q: What happens after the application is submitted?
A: If the court finds that there is reasonable cause to believe that the person poses a risk, it may issue a temporary Risk Protection Order.
Q: What is the process for returning firearms after a Risk Protection Order is lifted?
A: The court will provide instructions for the return of firearms after a Risk Protection Order is no longer in effect.
Form Details:
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