READ: Deschutes County is a leader in providing Extreme Risk Protection Orders.
“Compared to other states, a higher percentage of ERPOs in Oregon—nearly one-third—are filed by civilians, suggesting that the support provided by [the Deschutes County District Attorney’s Office] to help residents navigate the ERPO process may be yielding a positive outcome.” - Everytown Research & Policy, February 2025
Our safe storage educational program is based on the Be SMART program from Everytown for Gun Safety and Moms Demand Action for Gun Sense in America.
Learn more about suicide in Deschutes County from the 2020 Deschutes County Suicide Report.
“People who love guns, love you” - Learn about the Oregon Firearm Safety Coalition’s belief that with the right to bear arms comes responsibility.
The Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife offers hunter safety courses to teach safe firearm handling and state regulations — all before hitting the field.
Gun Owners for Responsible Ownership (GOFRO) are gun owners, outdoor enthusiasts, and veterans who seek reasonable and responsible solutions to gun violence.