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We believe that all
adults have a responsibility to protect children from gun-related
deaths and injuries.
It is vital that we recognize the risk to children of
unsupervised access to guns and understand that there are common
sense steps that all adults MUST take to protect children.
Common Sense about Kids and Guns is a public education
organization dedicated to providing all adults with the necessary
information to empower them to protect their children.
Read our statement on
kids and guns in the home.
State Data:
Look up state-specific headlines, statistics, and resources.
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IN THE NEWS:
Palatka Florida boy, 10, shot in the head by his friend
(6/16/2008)
Orange City Florida boy, 15, accidentally shoots friend in the arm
(6/10/2008)
Montgomery Texas boy, 8, accidentally shot by babysitter, 15
(6/10/2008)
Columbia South Carolina girl, 4, shoots herself with grandmother’s gun
(6/10/2008)
Alton Missouri boy, 2, shot by brother, 4, with a weapon father thought was secure
(6/5/2008)
Prichard Alabama boy, 15, killed playing with his 19-year-old sister
(6/2/2008)
Atlanta Georgia boy, 11, killed while playing with gun with 13-year-old friend
(5/27/2008)
Boca Raton Florida girl, 7, shoots mom with gun found in nightstand
(5/26/2008)
More Headlines....
FROM OUR FACT FILE:
In 2005, there were 16,298 kids injured by a firearm -- and an additional 14,052 kids were injured from BB or pellet guns.
More Facts and Statistics....
WEB RESOURCES:
Is there a gun in the house?
Parental Misperceptions About Children and Firearms
Survey finds 1.7 million children live in home with unlocked, loaded guns
Gun Storage Practices and the Risk of Youth Suicide and Unintentional Injuries
Study Shows Guns May Hold Unique Allure for Young Boys
Guns in Home Endanger Household Members, Study Says
Most Parents Think Child Wouldn't Play with Gun
Study Shows that Moms Are Unaware of Guns in House and How They Are Stored
Talking with Your Kids about Guns
More Resources....
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