The Effect of Large-Capacity Magazine Bans on High-Fatality Mass Shootings, 1990-2017

This academic paper analyzes high-fatality mass shootings from 1990 to 2017 and federal and state large-capacity magazine bans. The research found that mass shootings with large-capacity magazines were 62% more fatal than mass shootings occurring in states with magazine bans.

Discussion Questions

Considering these research findings, why do you think Congress or individual states have not implemented these magazine bans?