State Gun Laws

Even if you are able to have the abuser’s guns taken away, there’s a possibility that they can get one illegally. When an abuser has a gun, it makes it more likely that they could hurt someone.¹ So, it’s important to think about your safety.

A safety plan might include leaving the area or going somewhere the abuser doesn’t know, like a domestic violence shelter. We have tips on our Safety Planning pages, and you can contact an advocate at your local domestic violence organization who might help you create a personalized plan.

¹ See Everytown for Gun Safety’s report on Guns and Violence Against Women