Studies and surveys from 1987 to 2025 suggest instances of defensive gun use range from 65,000 to 2.5 million each year.
The most conservative defensive gun use estimate from the NCVS is 65,000 per year.
According to recent surveys, 56% of gun owners state they carry firearms for self-defense.
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