Federal law requires that toy guns have bright orange permanent markings — a measure to help distinguish them from real guns. But “variable pump air rifles,” like the one involved in Tuesday’s shooting, are not categorized as toys and therefore are not required to have colored markings.
At retail stores, BB/pellet guns are not locked inside glass cases with real firearms and other weapons, but displayed on shelves and easily accessible by consumers.
Should laws or store policies be changed? Email Connie.Post@coxinc.com
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