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Firearm Trace Data

Information collected by the ATF to track the ownership and sales history of a firearm from its manufacturer or importer to its first retail purchaser, usually after the firearm has been recovered in a crime.

Source Licensee

The licensed gun dealer (manufacturer, importer, or retailer) who made the initial sale of a firearm to a person who is not a licensed dealer.

Multiple Sale

The sale of two or more firearms at one time, or within five consecutive business days, by a licensed dealer to the same unlicensed person, which is required by law to be reported to the Attorney General.

Time-to-Crime

The amount of time that passes between the date a firearm is first sold at retail and the date it is recovered by law enforcement and traced in connection with a crime.

Privately Made Firearm (PMF)

A firearm assembled by a person who is not a licensed manufacturer, which typically does not have a serial number or other identifying marks from a licensed maker or dealer (often referred to as a 'ghost gun').

Metropolitan Statistical Area (MSA)

A geographical region with a relatively high population density at its core and close economic ties throughout the area, as defined by the Office of Management and Budget.