Restricting Access to Firearms Among Individuals at Risk for or Convicted of Domestic Violence or Violent Crime

Jan 1, 2018

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Many states have implemented laws designed to prevent domestic violence perpetrators from acquiring or retaining firearms. Evidence suggests that domestic violence–related prohibited-possessor policies may reduce homicide rates.

Restricting Access to Firearms Among Individuals at Risk for or Convicted of Domestic Violence or Violent Crime

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RAND Corporation

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English

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North America / United States

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Title: Restricting Access to Firearms Among Individuals at Risk for or Convicted of Domestic Violence or Violent Crime
Publication date 2018-01-01
Publication Year 2018
Authors Lea Xenakis
Copyright holder(s) RAND Corporation
Geographical Focus North America / United States
Document type Interactive Resource , Literature/Research Review
Language English
URL: https://gunviolence.issuelab.org/resource/restricting-access-to-firearms-among-individuals-at-risk-for-or-convicted-of-domestic-violence-or-violent-crime.html
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