Ethan's Law mandates safe firearm storage to prevent unauthorized access by minors and ineligible individuals.
Ethan's Law amends the Omnibus Crime Control and Safe Streets Act of 1968 to require the safe storage of firearms. It prohibits storing firearms on residential premises if a minor is likely to access them without parental permission or if a resident is ineligible to possess a firearm. Exceptions apply if the firearm is secured or stored in a secure location. Violators face fines and potential imprisonment. The Attorney General must give preference to grant applications from states or tribes with laws functionally identical to the federal provision.
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