MENIFEE L.E.A.D.S.

Gun safety starts with you.

The Menifee Police Department is proud to introduce Menifee L.E.A.D.S., a community-focused gun safety initiative designed to promote responsible firearm ownership and prevent gun-related incidents. Through education, awareness, and proactive engagement, L.E.A.D.S. empowers individuals and families to make safer choices.

Through Menifee L.E.A.D.S., we are committed to fostering a culture of safety, responsibility, and community partnership. Together, we can protect lives and make Menifee a safer place for everyone.

L.E.A.D.S

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LOCK IT

Secure firearms at all times when not in use. Proper storage, including gun safes or lock devices, helps prevent unauthorized access, especially by children and teens.

EDUCATE

Learn about your firearm and its safe handling. Ensure that everyone in your household understands the importance of gun safety and knows how to respond appropriately.

ASK QUESTIONS

Have open and honest conversations about firearms. Ask about the presence of guns in homes your children visit and seek guidance from trained professionals if you are unsure about safe practices.

DISCUSS

Avoid using a firearm in moments of anger or conflict. Take time to pause, create space, and seek alternative solutions to prevent situations from becoming dangerous.

SPEAK UP

Report unsafe behavior or concerns involving firearms. If you see something that doesn’t seem right, say something—your voice can help prevent tragedies.

LOCK IT

Safe Storage Laws: A Step-By-Step Guide to a Life-Saving Policy

Hunt Safely

Hunting is a time-honored tradition, which when enjoyed safely and responsibly, can be something shared by generations of friends and family members. It’s also a time when more firearms are likely to be taken out of storage, transported and used in the field, so it’s worth emphasizing the importance of safe firearm storage and handling.

https://projectchildsafe.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/hunting_safety_checklist.pdf

Safe Storage Saves Lives

Gun Storage Check Week

June 1-7 and September 1-7 is National Gun Storage Check Week — a time for all gun owners to check their firearm storage practices and, if necessary, take action to MAKE SURE IT’S SECURE.

Millions of gun owners store their firearms securely and responsibly. We can do more, however, to prevent accidents, suicides and thefts that are related to unsecured firearms. Such sad outcomes can be prevented when gun owners take steps to “Make Sure It’s Secure™” by storing their firearms securely when not in use. Gun Storage Check Week is a national campaign launched by NSSF, The Firearm Industry Trade Association, to encourage firearm owners to check their firearm storage practices to help prevent unwanted access.

Explore Project ChildSafe’s interactive module designed to educate gun owners on the different types of storage options available and help you determine which secure storage devices can meet the needs of your household.

Firearm Storage and Safety Assessment Quiz

EDUCATE

California DOJ Bureau of Firearms

The Bureau of Firearms serves the people of California through education, regulation, and enforcement actions regarding the manufacture, sales, ownership, safety training, and transfer of firearms. Bureau of Firearms staff will be leaders in providing firearms expertise and information to law enforcement, legislators, and the general public in a comprehensive program to promote legitimate and responsible firearms possession and use by California residents.

THE SIX BASIC GUN SAFETY RULES

There are six basic gun safety rules for gun owners to understand and practice at all times:

Treat every gun as loaded
Always point in a safe direction
Keep your finger off the trigger until ready to shoot
Know your target and what’s beyond it
Understand how your gun operates
Store firearms locked, unloaded, and secure from unauthorized access

ASK QUESTIONS

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DISCUSS

Discussing Mental Health

You can approach mental health and suicide prevention the same way you would any health and safety issue by staying informed and prepared to act when needed.

Open conversations about mental health provide support and do not increase risk; in fact, they can help those who are struggling feel heard and understood.

Be aware of potential hazards in your environment such as medications, firearms, or sharp objects, and take steps to prevent unauthorized access.

Remember: safe firearm storage is one of the most effective ways to help prevent misuse, including suicide.

Discussing Resources for Mental Health

If you or someone you know is experiencing a mental health challenge, there are several resources available to find out more information or get help.

One simple step can help save a life: safe firearm storage. Talking about storage with someone who may be at risk can be challenging, but resources are available to help protect households with firearms and reduce the risk of suicide.

Call or text 988 to reach the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline. The 988 Lifeline provides 24/7, free and confidential support for people in distress.
American Foundation for Suicide Prevention
If you or someone you know is in crisis, text HOME to 741741
Bullying and Cyber Bullying Resources
Veteran Suicide Prevention Resource from Project ChildSafe

SPEAK UP

Restraining Orders in California

What does a restraining order do?

In general restraining orders can include:

Personal conduct orders
These are orders to stop specific acts against everyone named in the restraining order as a “protected person.” Some of the things that the restrained person can be ordered to stop are:
- Contacting, calling, or sending any messages (including e-mail);
- Attacking, striking, or battering;
- Stalking;
- Threatening;
- Sexually assaulting;
- Harassing;
- Destroying personal property; or
- Disturbing the peace of the protected people.
Stay-away orders
These are orders to keep the restrained person a certain distance away (like 50 or 100 yards) from:
- The protected person or persons;
- Where the protected person lives;
- His or her place of work;
- His or her children’s schools or places of child care;
- His or her vehicle;
- Other important places where he or she goes.
Residence exclusion (“kick-out” or “move-out”) orders
These are orders telling the restrained person to move out from where the protected person lives and to take only clothing and personal belongings until the court hearing. These orders can only be asked for in domestic violence or elder or dependent adult abuse restraining order cases.