Colorado Springs Safe Firearm Storage & Child Access FAQ

Public Safety Colorado 3 Minutes Read ยท published February 08, 2026 Flag of Colorado

In Colorado Springs, Colorado, firearm owners should follow state law and city guidance on safe storage to reduce child access risks and accidental injury. This page explains where local requirements are documented, who enforces them, typical penalties, how to report unsafe storage, and practical steps owners can take to comply.

Overview of local rules and scope

The City of Colorado Springs does not publish a separate municipal ordinance expressly titled "safe firearm storage" in its consolidated municipal code; enforcement typically follows applicable Colorado statutes and public-safety guidance. [1] State criminal statutes and child-access prevention provisions cover unlawful storage or access in many circumstances; consult the state statute pages for exact text. [2]

If you keep firearms at home, store unloaded and locked, and keep ammunition locked separately.

Penalties & Enforcement

Where local municipal code does not set a specific fine schedule for safe-storage violations, enforcement and penalties derive from applicable state criminal statutes and prosecutorial discretion; the municipal code and the state statutes cited above do not list a city-set fine amount for safe-storage violations and related child-access offenses as of the cited pages. See the official sources for statutory text for any numeric fines or sentencing ranges. [1][2]

  • Fines: not specified on the cited pages; consult the state statute text and municipal code pages for any numeric amounts and sentencing details.
  • Escalation: first and repeat-offense escalation ranges are not specified on the cited municipal page and should be read in the state statute or charging documents.
  • Non-monetary sanctions: may include criminal charges, orders of the court, surrender or seizure of firearms, probation, and other judicial remedies as provided by state law.
  • Enforcer and complaint pathway: Colorado Springs Police Department and El Paso County District Attorney typically handle investigations and charging; contact the Colorado Springs Police Department for reporting. [3]
  • Appeals and review: criminal or administrative orders are reviewable through the courts; time limits for filing appeals depend on the charging statute or court rule and are not specified on the cited municipal pages.
If you are the subject of enforcement action, contact an attorney promptly to preserve appeal deadlines.

Applications & Forms

No Colorado Springs municipal safe-storage permit or city-specific form for firearm storage compliance is published on the municipal code pages; for any filings tied to criminal charges, use court forms from the Colorado Judicial Branch or contact the clerk of the appropriate court. For voluntary community programs or disposal events, check Colorado Springs Police Department announcements. [1]

Practical steps to comply

  • Secure storage: use a locked safe, secure lockbox, or a wired mechanical or electronic lock designed for firearms.
  • Unload firearms and store ammunition separately.
  • Educate household members about firearm safety and supervise children around firearms at all times.
  • Report unsafe storage or an accessible firearm that endangers a child to Colorado Springs Police via the non-emergency or 911 channels when immediate danger exists.
Safe storage reduces the risk of accidental injury and unauthorized access by children.

FAQ

Does Colorado Springs require locked storage of firearms where children may access them?
The city does not publish a standalone municipal safe-storage ordinance on the consolidated municipal code pages; safe-storage requirements primarily appear in Colorado state statutes and in guidance from law enforcement. [1][2]
What penalties apply if a child accesses an unsecured firearm?
Penalties derive from applicable state criminal statutes and prosecutorial charging decisions; exact fine amounts and sentencing are not listed on the cited municipal pages and should be confirmed in the state statute text and court documents. [2]
How do I report unsafe firearm storage in Colorado Springs?
Report threats to child safety or unsafe storage to Colorado Springs Police Department via their non-emergency contact or 911 for immediate danger. [3]

How-To

  1. Unload the firearm and remove ammunition from the immediate area.
  2. Place the firearm in a locked safe or lockbox designed for firearms.
  3. Store ammunition locked separately from firearms.
  4. Keep keys and combinations out of reach of children and unauthorized users.
  5. If you observe an immediate threat to a child, call 911; for non-emergency concerns, contact Colorado Springs Police non-emergency dispatch.

Key Takeaways

  • Colorado Springs relies on state law and police guidance for safe-storage enforcement.
  • Fines and sentencing details are set by statute or prosecutorial charging and may not be listed in the municipal code pages.
  • Report unsafe storage to Colorado Springs Police to prompt investigation.

Help and Support / Resources

  1. [1] City of Colorado Springs Municipal Code (library.municode.com)
  2. [2] Colorado General Assembly - Official statutes and bills
  3. [3] Colorado Springs Police Department - Contact and non-emergency information

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