NICS Firearm Background Checks

When I was 11 or 12 years old, my family and I were out of state visiting relatives. While playing with my cousins who were about the same age, we discovered my uncle’s rifle on a rack in his room. This rifle instantly became the focus of our attention. We asked my uncle for permission…

A “firearm” is any weapon that will, is designed to, or may readily be converted to expel a projectile by the action of an explosive; or the frame or receiver of any such weapon. See firearms list. Firearms checklist You may transport firearms as checked baggage only. You must be 18 years of age or…

Millions of children live in homes with guns, and many of these weapons are stored loaded, unlocked, or both. Guns lead to thousands of deaths and injuries among children every year. Gun Safety While the number of households with guns is declining, there are still an estimated 300 million guns in the United States. A…

This article was originally published on The Conversation Injury is the leading cause of death for U.S. children and adolescents, accounting for over 60% of all deaths in this group. Many of these deaths occur during fun, everyday activities, like swimming in the backyard pool or during a family car ride. But a disproportionate and…