March 2024 saw over 1.4 million NICS checks for gun sales, continuing a streak of over one million checks for 56 consecutive months. The NSSF adjusted the data to reflect only background checks for gun sales.
Key Points
Over 1.4 million NICS checks for gun sales in March 2024
NSSF adjusted data to show only background checks for gun sales
56 consecutive months of over one million NICS checks
Pros
Consistent monitoring of gun sales through background checks
Cons
Lack of direct correlation between NICS checks and actual number of guns sold