Do I need a notary for the Motion for Order to Release Firearm(s)?

No. The motion has a defendant signature and date line, and the signer certifies the information under penalty of perjury. It does not contain a notary block.

How do I submit the Motion for Order to Release Firearm(s)?

Submit it to Mesa Municipal Court at 250 E First Ave, Mesa, AZ 85210. The form lists the court phone number as (480) 644-2255.

What supporting documents does the motion list?

The form lists Notice of Service, Declaration of Firearm(s) Transfer, a court order modifying the Order of Protection, and a court order dismissing it.

What reasons can I give for requesting firearm release?

The form lists expiration of the Order of Protection, its dismissal, or a modification removing firearms restrictions, including after a contested hearing.

Mesa, AZ · Maricopa County

No notary required

Motion for Order to Release Firearm(s)

A defendant files this Mesa Municipal Court motion to request release of firearms transferred under an Order of Protection after specified court actions.

What this form is

This motion asks Mesa Municipal Court to order the release of firearms the defendant transferred under an Order of Protection. The defendant identifies the reason for the request, such as expiration, dismissal, or modification of the order, and lists supporting documents attached to the motion. The form requests case details, transfer information, dates, the defendant’s name, and signature.

Who needs it

A defendant who transferred firearms under an Order of Protection and seeks their release may file this motion with Mesa Municipal Court.

How to submit it

Submit the motion to Mesa Municipal Court, 250 E First Ave, Mesa, AZ 85210. The form lists the court phone number as (480) 644-2255.

About notarization

This document is signed without a notary; the signer dates and signs it and certifies the information under penalty of perjury, with supporting documents listed for attachment.

How to submit this form

1
Download The Motion
Download the Motion for Order to Release Firearm(s) PDF.
2
Complete The Form
Enter the case and transfer details, select the reason for requesting release, and provide the requested dates and defendant information.
3
Gather Supporting Documents
Attach the applicable documents listed on the motion, such as the Declaration of Firearm(s) Transfer or a court order.
4
Sign And Submit
Date and sign the motion, then submit it to Mesa Municipal Court at 250 E First Ave, Mesa, AZ 85210.

Frequently asked questions

Do I need a notary for the Motion for Order to Release Firearm(s)?: No. The motion has a defendant signature and date line, and the signer certifies the information under penalty of perjury. It does not contain a notary block.
How do I submit the Motion for Order to Release Firearm(s)?: Submit it to Mesa Municipal Court at 250 E First Ave, Mesa, AZ 85210. The form lists the court phone number as (480) 644-2255.
What supporting documents does the motion list?: The form lists Notice of Service, Declaration of Firearm(s) Transfer, a court order modifying the Order of Protection, and a court order dismissing it.
What reasons can I give for requesting firearm release?: The form lists expiration of the Order of Protection, its dismissal, or a modification removing firearms restrictions, including after a contested hearing.

Need something notarized?

This Motion for Order to Release Firearm(s) doesn’t need a notary — but if you have another Mesa form that does, a commissioned online notary can help.