The Daily How a ‘Red Flag’ Law Failed in Indiana
Apr 22, 2021
Campbell Robertson, a national correspondent for The New York Times, dives deep into the tragic shooting in Indianapolis linked to a failed red flag law. He reveals how a desperate mother's call for help went unheeded despite police intervention. The conversation unpacks Indiana's Laird Law, which should prevent dangerous individuals from accessing firearms, yet highlights its shortcomings. Robertson examines the difficult challenges faced by lawmakers and prosecutors, raising urgent questions about the law's effectiveness and the balance between gun rights and public safety.
AI Snips
Chapters
Transcript
Episode notes
Mother's Report
- Brandon Hole's mother reported his concerning behavior and gun purchase to police.
- Hole had bought a shotgun, become angry with his mother, and suggested suicidal thoughts.
Police Response and Hole's Detainment
- Police responded to the mother's report, detained Hole, and seized his shotgun.
- Hole downplayed suicidal ideations but admitted to feeling sad and depressed.
Indiana's Red Flag Law
- Police seized Hole's gun under Indiana's red flag law, also known as the Laird Law.
- This law allows temporary gun seizure from individuals deemed dangerous.