Nebraska Gun Laws & Firearms Safety Practice Exam

What is the primary requirement for storing a firearm in a home with children?

1. Keep the firearm on a high shelf

2. Use a trigger lock

3. Store the firearm unloaded in a locked container

4. No specific requirement

The correct answer is: Store the firearm unloaded in a locked container

Leaving a firearm on a high shelf (option A) may seem like a good idea, but children may still be able to reach it if they climb or use objects to access the shelf. Using a trigger lock (option B) may prevent accidental firing, but it does not address the issue of potential access by children. Therefore, the most important requirement is to store the firearm unloaded in a locked container (option C), as this ensures that the firearm cannot be accessed or used by children. Option D, no specific requirement, is incorrect because it is important to take proper safety measures when storing a firearm in a home with children.