Oregon’s Extreme Risk Protection Order (ERPO) law has been utilized to address potential harm to children, according to a recent study. Researchers analyzed 835 ERPO petitions filed between 2018 and 2023, finding that 17% cited risks to children. Petitions involving these risks were granted less frequently (63%) compared to those without (81%). Notably, ex-spouses or ex-intimate partners, who lack legal standing under Oregon’s law, represented a larger portion of petitioners in cases involving children (16%) than in those not involving children (5%). Additionally, petitions that cited risks to children were more likely to include threats related to schools (17%), mass violence (22%), and domestic violence (64%), compared to lower percentages in petitions lacking such risks. The study highlights that while Oregon’s ERPO law aims to prevent harm to children, there may be gaps in addressing the needs of individuals or families. Healthcare professionals, particularly pediatricians, could play a crucial role in identifying and addressing these risks, enhancing awareness and informing clinical practice and policy advocacy.