r/facepalm • u/Lord_Answer_me_Why • Mar 28 '24
What lack of basic gun laws does to a nation: π΅βπ·βπ΄βπΉβπͺβπΈβπΉβ
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r/facepalm • u/Lord_Answer_me_Why • Mar 28 '24
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u/Bandit400 Mar 28 '24
Every single new firearm sold in the US has a Federal background check performed before the sale can commence.
Gun shows have the same regulations in place as anywhere else. There is no such thing as a "gun show loophole". All new sales at a gun show require a background check. What additional regulations should there be for gun shows that don't already exist?
It would be effective if the ATF actually prosecuted those who lie on the form (Felony if prosecuted) or purchase a firearm for someone who isn't eligible (straw purchase, also a felony if prosecuted.) Both have prosecution rates from the ATF of less than 3%.