Title

The Unintentional Discharge.

Authors

Zanti, Tony

Abstract

The article discusses the effects and threats of Unintentional Discharge of a firearm. It is a term which is designed to reflect a bonafide mechanical malfunction from modern firearms. It points out that it is caused by rare mechanical failure in the firearm and can be experienced without embarrassment. Meanwhile, Negligent Discharge puts emphasis on culpability when the shooter has his index finger on the trigger and pulled it though its is unintentional. It explains that the condition in which the operator acts and refers to the Tactical Traffic Lights concept should be considered in differentiating Negligent Discharge and Unintentional Discharge.

Subjects

FIREARMS & crime; GUN laws; USE of firearms in crime prevention; SHOOTING (Sports); SHOOTING techniques; SHOOTING equipment; SHOOTING instruction; TARGET practice; SHOOTERS of firearms; SAFETY; GOVERNMENT policy

Publication

Journal of Counterterrorism & Homeland Security International, 2009, Vol 15, Issue 3, p58

ISSN

1552-5155

Publication type

Academic Journal