Lock It or Leave It: West Hartford Firearms Safety and Disposal Program

WEST HARTFORD –  When it comes to having firearms in your home, the West Hartford Police Department recommends that you lock it or leave it.

The West Hartford Police Department is committed to the overall safety of firearms in the community.  As a public service to the residents of West Hartford free gun locks are available at the police department 24 hours a day.  If you posses a firearm, it should be properly secured at all times; it's the law.

Residents who own an unwanted firearm may dispose of it by "leaving it" with the West Hartford Police Department.  Disposal of a firearm may be accomplished by either dropping it off at the West Hartford Police Department, 103 Raymond Road, or by calling the Police Department at 860-523-5203 and an officer will come to the home and pick it up. The police officer will give the resident a receipt with a case number that documents that the firearm was relinquished. The gun will then be destroyed. There is no cost to the resident.

Firearms brought to the police department should be transported unloaded and in a safe condition.  Residents who do not have a valid CT Pistol Permit should not transport pistols or revolvers.  If you are unsure, an officer will come to your home or business and pick up the firearm.

The Police Department has found that firearms that are handed down or no longer have any value to the owner oftentimes pose more harm than good because they may be improperly stored, misused or stolen. Turning in an unwanted gun to the Police Department is a good solution.  Remember to lock it or leave it.

For more information, call the Community Relations Division at the West Hartford Police Department at (860) 523-2013.

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