Extreme Risk Protective Orders (ERPO)
TurnAround provides education and support around the use of Maryland’s Extreme Risk Protective Orders (ERPO). ERPOs are legal tools designed to temporarily restrict an individual’s access to firearms when they pose a significant risk of harm to themselves or others.
Our team approaches this work with the same compassion and commitment to safety that guides all of TurnAround’s services. We help community members, survivors, and professionals understand how ERPOs work, who can file, and what to expect from the process.
Through outreach, training, and resources, TurnAround strives to ensure that individuals know their rights and have access to life-saving options. Our goal is to empower communities with knowledge and support, fostering safety and preventing future harm.
Learn About ERPO
ERPO Services
What To Expect
Extreme Risk Protective Orders (ERPOs) are a legal tool designed to temporarily restrict an individual’s access to firearms when they are at risk of harming themselves or others.
When you reach out to TurnAround, you can expect:
- A compassionate and confidential conversation about your concerns.
- Guidance on whether an ERPO may be an appropriate safety option for your
situation. - Support with understanding the ERPO process and your rights.
- Step-by-step assistance in filing an ERPO petition.
- Connection to ongoing advocacy, case management, and safety planning
resources.
All ERPO services are free.
How We Support You
What To Expect
- Individual Assistance: One-on-one support in filing an ERPO petition, in-person,
virtually, or hybrid. Services are available in English and Spanish with interpreter
accommodations for other languages. - Education: Information about ERPOs, firearm safety, and how this protective tool
fits into broader violence prevention. - Safety Planning: Collaborative planning to reduce risk and ensure safety for you
and your loved ones. - Court Accompaniment: Advocacy staff can provide accompaniment and
emotional support during the ERPO hearing process.
How We Support You
What To Expect
- Individual Assistance: One-on-one support in filing an ERPO petition, in-person,
virtually, or hybrid. Services are available in English and Spanish with interpreter
accommodations for other languages. - Education: Information about ERPOs, firearm safety, and how this protective tool
fits into broader violence prevention. - Safety Planning: Collaborative planning to reduce risk and ensure safety for you
and your loved ones. - Court Accompaniment: Advocacy staff can provide accompaniment and
emotional support during the ERPO hearing process.
Groups & Community Support
TurnAround recognizes that firearm-related violence impacts individuals, families, and communities. We provide spaces to process, learn, and build resilience together.
ERPO Presentations
- Open community sessions to learn what ERPOs are, who can file, and how they can prevent harm can be booked through our Community Engagement Training team.
Our Services
TurnAround provides wrap-around and advocacy services for individuals, families, and communities impacted by the risk of firearm violence. These include:
- Free ERPO education and filing assistance
- Safety planning and advocacy
- Case management support
- Community education and outreach
For more information, call 410-377-8111 or visit our website.
Our Services
TurnAround provides wrap-around and advocacy services for individuals, families, and communities impacted by the risk of firearm violence. These include:
- Free ERPO education and filing assistance
- Safety planning and advocacy
- Case management support
- Community education and outreach
For more information, call 410-377-8111 or visit our website.
