How Can Gun Violence Be Reduced? | Targeting Illegal Firearms Trafficking Can Help Reduce Gun Violence
The Bureau of Justice Assistance is a component of the U.S. Department of Justice’s Office of Justice Programs. The bureau’s goals are to reduce and prevent crime and improve the functioning of the criminal justice system.
Summary: Federal programs that target illegal firearms trafficking have been shown to reduce gun violence. These programs use three components. First, federal firearms licensees are notified about local regulations and are inspected for compliance. Second, several states have formed task forces that investigate the illegal sale,...
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