The Alarming Trend: Colorado’s New Gun Law and What It Means for Law-Abiding Gun Owners

Across the country, we’ve seen a rising tide of anti-Second Amendment sentiment being codified into law. The recent development in Colorado is one of the clearest examples yet. Under the political guise of “public safety,” lawmakers in Colorado have passed what is being dubbed as one of the most restrictive gun laws in the country. As supporters of the Constitution and the rights it grants us, we at Fortress Firearms Training feel it’s critical to address the real implications this legislation has on legal gun ownership, self-defense, and personal liberty.

What Is in Colorado’s New Gun Law?

Put simply, this law dramatically curbs the rights of law-abiding firearms owners across Colorado by implementing increased waiting periods, further tightening background check criteria, and expanding red flag laws. These measures don’t just “close loopholes”—they create new burdens on responsible citizens exercising their constitutional rights. Here’s a closer look at what this restrictive bill involves:

• A mandatory three-day waiting period after purchasing a firearm—even if someone already passes the federal background check immediately.
• The expansion of red flag laws, giving more people, including healthcare providers and educators, the power to petition for gun removal from others.
• Increased liability for gun dealers and lawsuits allowed against manufacturers, potentially making it difficult to access or lawfully transfer firearms.

While these measures are often marketed as “common sense,” the truth is much more concerning. These restrictions primarily affect responsible citizens, not criminals, who by nature do not follow the law in the first place.

Who Really Pays the Price?

The ones who pay the price for such sweeping legislation aren’t chaotic criminals—they’re your neighbors, your coworkers, your fellow church-goers. Law-abiding Americans who believe in the Second Amendment are being punished because a vocal minority places blame on guns—not criminals, not failed law enforcement responses, and not judicial leniency.

By middlemen policies like those now enacted in Colorado, barriers are created that make it harder for people—especially women, the elderly, and rural Americans—to arm themselves in defense of personal safety and property. In Colorado’s case, a basic constitutional freedom has now been turned into a regulated privilege. If we aren’t careful, this approach could very well spread to the rest of America.

The Real Danger Behind the “Red Flag” Expansion

The updated red flag mandates are especially dangerous. With an expanded list of petitioners who can initiate a firearm confiscation process, the system is ripe for abuse. Imagine being wrongfully accused by a disgruntled neighbor or ex-partner and having your firearms seized without due process. Due process exists for a reason—so innocent people aren’t treated as guilty without evidence. This law tramples that principle.

At Fortress Firearms Training, we teach gun safety, responsible handling, and legal compliance. We fully support keeping firearms out of the hands of criminals and those who are mentally unstable. But allowing a subjective assessment from someone in your everyday life—like a teacher or nurse—to lead to the confiscation of your legally owned firearms is unjust, unconstitutional overreach.

Gun Control Doesn’t Stop Crime

One of the biggest questions overlooked by supporters of such laws is simple: Do stricter gun laws actually reduce crime? Statistics and real-world data tell us that states with higher levels of legal gun ownership often see lower crime rates. Criminals don’t care about background checks or waiting periods. Those laws only affect the law-abiding. Every minute spent pushing burdensome legislation like Colorado’s is a minute not spent addressing the actual problems—violent crime, mental health care deficiencies, and broken justice systems.

At Fortress Firearms Training, we know that the key to public safety isn’t found in stripping away the rights of individuals. It’s found in responsible training, education, and empowerment. Our courses are designed to create safe, prepared, and law-abiding firearm owners—something no piece of paper from a state legislature can do.

What Can You Do?

While we in South Carolina aren’t subject to Colorado’s new policies, the precedent is concerning for every patriot across America. A few key steps can help protect your rights and keep our communities safe:

• Stay informed: Follow proposed legislation at both the state and national level.
• Train regularly: Join a firearms safety course and learn the laws that apply to you.
• Support pro-2nd Amendment organizations: Groups like the NRA, GOA, and your local training centers help amplify our voices.
• Talk to your representatives: Let your elected officials know that you oppose laws like the one Colorado just passed.

This isn’t just about Colorado. This is a trend that could potentially creep into every state if we don’t take a stand. What begins as a three-day wait can quickly develop into a month. What starts as giving doctors power over your rights could evolve into state-appointed panels deciding who earns the right to protect themselves.

Fortress Firearms Training: Your 2nd Amendment Ally

Located in Fountain Inn, SC, Fortress Firearms Training is proud to stand firm on the fundamental right to keep and bear arms. We believe education and empowerment—as opposed to fear and restriction—lead the way to a safer society. Our mission is to deliver high-quality firearms training programs for civilians, first responders, and professionals who want to be prepared, confident, and responsible with their firearms.

We offer everything from basic pistol courses to concealed carry permit training, helping the community stay informed while exercising their constitutional rights. Visit our website to enroll in our next available course.

Final Thoughts

As sad as it is, laws like the one enacted in Colorado are becoming more common in today’s political climate—a climate where rights are traded for feelings of safety, and where image often trumps facts. But as we saw, the law is more about burdening the law-abiding than stopping the violent. At Fortress Firearms Training, we urge South Carolinians and freedom-loving citizens across the nation to stay alert, stay educated, and never compromise on liberty.

Remember—criminals fear armed citizens, not red tape. Stay trained. Stay protected. And most of all, stay free.