| Current (Apr 2023) | Previous (Mar 2023) | % Chg Prev | % Chg 1Y |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2.860M | 3.037M | -5.82% | 4.81% |
| Indicator name | Period | Value | % CHG PReV |
| US National Instant Criminal Background Check System Checks | Apr 2023 | 2.860M | -5.82% |
| Last Updated: May 12 2023, 10:00 EDT |
| Next Release: N/A |
| Site: https://www.fbi.gov/services/cjis/nics |
| Category: Governance and Policy |
| Source: US Federal Bureau of Investigations |
| Region: United States |
The NICS is a system for on-the-spot background checks in order to approve prospective firearm buyers.
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