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Utahns could temporarily give up their right to buy guns under bill before state lawmakers

Proponents of the measure say it could help protect people at risk of suicide.

(Rick Egan | Tribune file photo) Rep. Steve Eliason, R-Sandy (pictured in 2018), is sponsoring a bill under which Utahns could temporarily give up their right to buy guns if they feel they're at risk of self-harm.

(Rick Egan | Tribune file photo) Rep. Steve Eliason, R-Sandy (pictured in 2018), is sponsoring a bill under which Utahns could temporarily give up their right to buy guns if they feel they're at risk of self-harm.