Virginia
Virginia has made great progress in gun violence prevention in recent years. In 2020, Virginia passed a major suite of gun safety laws, including requiring background checks for all gun sales and relinquishment for domestic abusers under restraining orders. In 2021, the state enacted legislation to address the Charleston Loophole—extending the period of time to complete a background check before a firearm can be transferred—and to empower localities to pass their own gun safety laws.
1,200
In an average year, 1,200 people die by guns in Virginia.
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#15
in the country for Gun Law Strength. (Same as last year). See why.
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As Gun Sense Majorities Return to Both Chambers of the Virginia General Assembly, Lawmakers Have the Opportunity to Build on Last Year’s Progress on Gun Safety
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Virginia
#15 in the country for gun law strength
Same rank as last year
