Youth Homicide and Firearms

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1. Do you own a firearm of any sort? (If no, skip to question #3)

No, I do not own any firearms

Yes, only 1

Yes, about 2-4

Yes, about 5+

2. Where do you keep your firearm(s)?

Out in the open

In the drawer of my nightstand, dresser, etc.

In a lock box under the bed, closet, etc.

In a fully secured and locked gun case

Other

3. Does anyone you know own a firearm? Check all that apply. (If no, skip to question #7) Check all that apply:

No, I do not know anyone that owns a firearm

Yes, my mom/dad

Yes, my brother(s)/sister(s)

Yes, a member(s) of my extended family

Yes, my neighbor(s)

Yes, my friend(s)

4. Are there any individuals under the age of 25 residing in the same home where the firearm is kept? (If no, skip to question #7)

No, there are no individuals under the age of 25

Yes, 1-2 persons

Yes, 3-4 persons

Yes, 5+ persons

5. Are the firearms easily accessible to the individual(s)?

No, they are constantly stored in a secure location

Yes, but only when they are being used at firing range, cleaning, etc.

Yes, but only overnight just in case something happens

Yes, but only when I am home

Yes, but only a couple times a week

Yes, on a daily basis

6. Have the individual(s) been properly taught about firearm safety? Check all that apply:

No, they don't need to know

Yes, every time the firearms are used safety is reinforced

Yes, about once a month

Yes, a couple times a year

Yes, the first time they firearm was used

Yes, they have taken a firearm safety course

7. What do you think the current youth (under the age of 25) homicide rate is within the United States?

Questions 8-13: Please select the answer that most represents how you feel about the following statements:

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