Weapons and Gun Control

Considering buying a gun and concerned about passing the background check? This quiz may help you determine if your firearm transfer will be denied.

Have you ever had to appeal a federal firearms transfer denial? How did it turn out? Share your experience with other readers.

If you try to buy a firearm and submit to a background check, there are specific reason why your firearm transfer might be denied.

If you receive a firearms transfer denial from the National Instant Criminal Background Check System (NICS) you can appeal the decision.

States that perform background checks at the local level before allowing someone to purchase a firearm can significantly reduce suicide and homicide rates compared with states that rely on federal-level background checks only.

The FBI's National Instant Criminal Background Check System, established by the Brady Handgun Violence Prevention Act of 1993, works if the individual states submit all of the data into the system.

The definition of the Juvenile Possession Law as it applies to gun control.

New York has ruled that the City of New York may proceed with its lawsuit against gun manufacturers and sellers.

The definition of the Juvenile Sale or Transfer Law as it applies to gun control.

Do you know the gun laws in your state? Take this short test and see how you do.

The definition of the Child Access Prevention Law as it applies to gun control.

The ATF offers factual information about the Brady Law and the implementation of the law's regulations.

This report describes background checks for firearm transfers.

Statistical information showing incidents of violent crimes involving firearms from 1993 to 2002.

A joint report by the Department of Justice and the Department of the Treasury.

Over two-thirds of the spouse and ex-spouse victims were killed by guns.

The FBI annually compiles data concerning the felonious and accidental line-of-duty deaths and assaults of law enforcement officers. Most law enforcement officers are killed with firearms, particularly handguns.

The homepage of the National Rifle Organization, which is committed to preserving the right of all law-abiding individuals to purchase, possess and use firearms for legitimate purposes.

If you have a gun in your home or know someone who does, make sure you are familiar with these expert safety tips to help avoid gun-related accidents.

Offer tips and "what if" scenarios to help teach teen's firearm safety.

A national non-profit gun control advocacy organization, based in Washington, DC. The site has a collection of links, articles, and legislative updates, surrounding gun control.

In these uncertain times more and more families are buying guns to protect their homes and possessions. What kind of gun do you use for personal protection?See submissions