Between federal, state, and local laws, you’ll be hard-pressed to find an American who can tell you what is and isn’t legal in every jurisdiction. That’s why most Americans use their general knowledge and common sense to avoid illegal activities. As it turns out, though, many of us are apt to believe something is illegal…
Firearm ownership is a contentious topic, but most countries allow it in some form. Only 14 countries completely forbid the practice, according to Wisevoter, and they range in their geography, culture, and religious beliefs. These are the countries where citizens aren’t allowed to own firearms. 1: Brunei Brunei is a small country in Southeast Asia….
Do you know what percentage of firearms utilized in mass shootings were obtained illegally? According to Statista data, most mass shootings in the United States occurred using firearms that were legally obtained. Statista used the Federal Bureau of Investigation’s (FBI’s) definition of a mass shooting to compile their data. That means any of the shootings…
A stark divide persists between American citizens advocating for minimal firearm regulation and those pushing for more restrictions. Despite this, there are some aspects in which most seem to share the same views. Here are 16 statistics showing where Americans disagree or share common ground. 1: Gender Divide According to Pew Research Center, approximately 40%…
“Don’t speed” is on the first page of many driver rulebooks. This principle is not only a way to avoid a run-in with the police; data shows a clear correlation between vehicle speed and the risk of a fatal crash. Lead Feet, Beware Personal injury attorneys at Laborde Earles Injury Lawyers set out to determine…
Firearm ownership is a contentious topic, but most countries allow it in some form. Only 14 countries completely forbid the practice, according to Wisevoter, and they may not be the places you expect. These are the countries where citizens aren’t allowed to own firearms. 1: Brunei Brunei is a small country in Southeast Asia. The…
Many Americans have opinions on whether the government should or shouldn’t restrict access to firearms. Regardless of where you stand, you’ve probably heard and perhaps even believed some of these common firearm myths. 1: Most Firearm Fatalities Are Homicides Pew Research shows most firearm fatalities are from people taking their own lives, not homicides. In…
The number of illegally obtained firearms in mass shootings might come as a surprise to some Americans. According to Statista data, most mass shootings in the United States occurred using firearms that were legally obtained. Statista used the Federal Bureau of Investigation’s (FBI’s) definition of a mass shooting to compile their data. That means any…
Nearly 40% of Americans exercise their Second Amendment right to bear arms. However, the dispersion of firearms across the United States varies greatly according to the state. To better understand which states have the most and fewest number of registered firearms, Wisevoter analyzed data from the Bureau of ATF. Data is based on the registered…
No state is free of firearm fatalities. But these are the states where you’ll hear about the fewest gun casualties on the news. The Data Low-Down WalletHub based its findings on the states with the lowest firearm fatalities per 100,000 residents, and World Population Review broke down the numbers into a user-friendly format. Firearm fatalities…
