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Sheriffs, NRA oppose Colorado law requiring training for gun purchases

A new Colorado law mandating training before firearm purchases took effect last week and is drawing criticism from law enforcement and gun-rights groups.

Published Aug 18, 2026, 2:30 PM EDT | WFMZZ

Colorado’s gun control law that requires training prior to purchasing a firearm went into effect last week. The measure has drawn pushback from the National Rifle Association and at least two county sheriffs’ offices, along with other notable organizations in the state.