Assault rifles can be bought without background checks at gun shows in more than 35 states.

Guns, Democracy and Freedom

The NRA frames the gun debate as a choice between freedom and safety. The truth? The ideology of gun rights absolutists poses a serious threat to democratic values and they will destroy any other freedom that gets in their way.
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Gun Show Loophole

The Gun Show Loophole allows criminals and other prohibited purchasers to buy guns from unlicensed dealers at these events without undergoing background checks.
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Microstamping

Microstamping is a technology that stamps the serial number of a gun onto expended cartridge cases recovered at a crime scene. It is an invaluable tool for solving gun-related crimes.
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Concerns About Concealed Carry

The NRA frequently claims that concealed carry permit holders are the most law-abiding citizens in America. While this is likely true in many cases, it has become apparent that the screening process in most states does little or nothing to stop dangerous individuals from obtaining permits to carry concealed handguns.
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Assault Weapons

Assault weapons possess features specifically designed by the world's militaries to make it easier for the shooter to fire a sustained, high volume of rounds into a wide area. As a result of America's weak gun laws, these weapons entered our civilian marketplace decades ago, and criminals quickly learned how to exploit their military features.
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Federal Legislation

The Coalition to Stop Gun Violence closely monitors gun-related legislation on Capitol Hill and educates lawmakers and their staff about the need to enact sensible laws to reduce gun violence in America.
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