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Gun Laws<\/h1>\n\n
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\n By Christie Nicholson, J.D.<\/a> | Legally reviewed by Oni Harton, J.D.<\/a>\n | Last updated\n
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U.S. gun laws regulate ownership, manufacturing, and liability. These laws balance Second Amendment rights with safety measures like background checks and restrictions on certain firearms. While federal law protects gun manufacturers from liability in crimes, they can still be sued for defects or negligence.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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States also impose their own rules, and violations by sellers or dealers can lead to legal consequences.<\/span><\/p>\n

State and federal firearms laws regulate the rules for gun owners, manufacturers, and distributors. The U.S. Constitution gives Americans the Second Amendment right to bear arms<\/a>. But, these laws cover firearms licenses, concealed carry, and gun control laws such as assault weapon bans and criminal background check systems.<\/p>\n

This article explains state and federal government rules regarding:<\/p>\n