Definition Series - Part 3: "Shotgun" by Kirk Lawson In part 3 of our series of "definitions" let's look at what is a "shotgun." As we have already seen the term "shotgun" is something very specific. Under 18 U.S.C. § 921 (a) (5), a "shotgun" is: The term "shotgun'' means a weapon designed...

Definition Series - Part 1: "Gun" by Kirk Lawson Firearms ownership is growing in the U.S. More and more new people are entering the community as lawful owners. While some have grown up with firearms in their family, a great many of these new entrants have limited experience. To their...