Storing firearms locked up has many benefits:

• Locked up firearms can't be accessed by curious children
• Storing firearms securely prevents them from being misused for suicide or violence

Another benefit of safe storage is preventing theft.

• Firearms that are stolen from private owners often end up getting used in other crimes.
• Keeping guns locked up in your homes and vehicles is a great way to protect your investment AND keep guns out of the pipeline that fuels community violence.