Firearm locking device preferences among firearm owners in the USA: a systematic review
Abstract
Preventing firearm-involved injuries is a critical public health priority. Firearm locking devices can prevent firearm injuries, such as suicide and unintentional shootings, as well as theft. Various firearm locking devices exist; however, little is known about firearm owners’ preferred locking devices for secure firearm storage. In this systematic review, we examined existing literature on preferred locking devices for secure storage of personal firearms among United States (US) firearm owners with the purpose of understanding practical implications and needs for future research.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Pub Defense Publication
- Publication Date
- Jul 06, 2023
- Source ID
- 10.1186/s40621-023-00436-7
Entities
People
- Ben Harnke
- Craig J. Bryan
- Ian H Stanley
- Jessica Buck-atkinson
- Justin C. Baker
- Marian E Betz
- Megan Mccarthy
- Michael D. Anestis
Organizations
- Defense Health Agency