Terrorist Watchlist Screening: FBI Has Enhanced Its Use of Information from Firearm and Explosives Background Checks to Support Counterterrorism Efforts
Author | : Eileen R. Larence |
Publisher | : DIANE Publishing |
Total Pages | : 16 |
Release | : 2010-08 |
ISBN-10 | : 9781437933116 |
ISBN-13 | : 1437933114 |
Rating | : 4/5 (16 Downloads) |
Book excerpt: Membership in a terrorist organization does not prohibit a person from possessing firearms or explosives under current federal law. However, for homeland security and other purposes, the FBI is notified when a firearm or explosives background check involves an individual on the terrorist watchlist. This statement addresses: (1) how many checks have resulted in matches with the terrorist watchlist; (2) how the FBI uses information from these checks for counterterrorism purposes; and (3) pending legislation that would give the Attorney General authority to deny certain checks. Includes recommendations. Charts and tables.