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The majority of states in the U.S. have some form of secure gun storage laws on the books. However, many still lack these life-saving legal requirements.
Whether or not your state has secure gun storage laws in place, it is every gun owner’s responsibility to protect their children, families, and communities from the tragedies of an unsecured gun. The best secure storage solution for you is the one that you will use consistently. Keep in mind that the gold standard for secure gun storage is to keep all guns locked up, unloaded, and separate from ammunition.
By the Numbers
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More than 700 children die by gun suicide each year, most often using guns belonging to a family member.
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At least one-third of youth gun suicides and unintentional deaths could be prevented with secure storage.
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More than 200,000 guns are stolen from individuals every year, significant portion of those are stolen from cars
Best Practices
Secure Storage for Homes and Vehicles
Gun safety is always an adult’s responsibility, no matter what your state’s laws require — secure storage protects your kids, family, and community from tragedy.
There are many types of storage devices to meet the needs of different gun owners, but the best solution is one you will use consistently, every time.
Take the time, every time, to secure your gun.
Remember
Just because a gun is out of sight does not mean it is stored securely
Firearms “hidden” in places such as under mattresses, on closet shelves, in nightstand drawers, or under the seat in a vehicle can be found by curious or determined children and teens, who may — intentionally or unintentionally — kill or injure themselves or others. It only takes seconds for tragedy to strike.
Locked Up
With keys or codes kept private
Unloaded
Ensure there is no ammunition in the gun
Separate from ammunition
Store ammunition in a different place from guns
Your Guide to Secure Gun Storage
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