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Opportunities for State-Level Action to Reduce Firearm Violence: Proceeding From the Evidence

Year: 2011

Type: article

Abstract: Firearm violence remains an important problem, and a large body of evidence shows that guns used in crime follow generally predictable paths from manufacturer to criminal end user. Policy initiatives based on that evidence have been shown to be effective. A recently published study conducted by a leading policy organization presents new evidence and makes specific recommendations for action by state-level policymakers. Unfortunately, the study's analysis is overly simplified, and the recommendations are therefore misleading. We suggest alternatives that are evidence based.

Source: American Journal of Public Health

DOI: 10.2105/ajph.2011.300238

Authors: Garen J. Wintemute, Anthony A. Braga

Institutions: Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, Harvard University, University of California, Davis

Language: English

Topic: Gun Ownership and Violence Research

Subfield: Health

Field: Social Sciences

Domain: Social Sciences

SDGs: Peace, justice, and strong institutions, Good health and well-being

Open Access status: green

Funder: California Wellness Foundation