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American Focus > Blog > Crime > Is The Effort To Control Or Ban Handguns Over?
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Is The Effort To Control Or Ban Handguns Over?

Last updated: December 4, 2024 9:04 am
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Gun violence and firearm ownership continue to be hot topics in the United States. According to the US Department of Justice, nine percent of violent crimes involve firearms, with nonfatal firearm violence decreasing significantly over the years. With 400 million Americans owning firearms, the support for a ban on handguns has dropped to a near-record low.

Leonard Adam Sipes, Jr., a former Senior Specialist for Crime Prevention and Statistics for the Department of Justice, has raised the question of whether it’s time to shift the focus from banning handguns to holding offenders accountable. He points out that firearms offenders released from prison recidivate at a much higher rate than other offenders.

While the majority of Americans do not support controls over handguns, the emphasis on gun control is seen by some as hindering crime control efforts. Despite the prevalence of firearms in the country, banning handgun ownership would face significant legal challenges due to the Second Amendment and existing court rulings.

Recent data shows a rise in firearm-related deaths among youths, particularly in post-COVID times. Prosecutors have seen an increase in firearm charges against juveniles, leading to a surge in homicides involving young people. The pandemic, coupled with a rise in firearm purchases, has contributed to the escalation of firearm-related deaths among youths.

A study comparing firearm-related deaths among young Black and Latino men in certain zip codes to deployed U.S. soldiers in Iraq and Afghanistan highlights the severity of the issue. Black Americans are twelve times more likely than White Americans to die by firearm homicide.

Despite the concerns over gun violence, the overall rate of nonfatal firearm violence has decreased significantly in recent years. Gallup polls show a declining support for a ban on handguns, with only a small percentage of adults in favor of such a law.

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The ongoing debate on gun control raises questions about the effectiveness of restricting firearm ownership. While some forms of gun control may have merit, the focus on banning firearms may not address the root causes of violence. Instead, holding offenders accountable for their actions and addressing recidivism rates among firearms offenders could be more effective in tackling gun violence.

In conclusion, the issue of gun violence in the United States is complex and multifaceted. While stricter gun laws and measures like red flag laws may have some impact, focusing on offender accountability and addressing recidivism rates among firearms offenders could be more effective in reducing gun violence. The debate on gun control continues, with varying opinions on the best approach to addressing the issue.

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