Study says no to gun database
WASHINGTON (AP) - March 5, 2008 The idea is based on the assumption that each gun leaves unique
markings on bullets, like fingerprints.
Some say every new gun should be test-fired and have its
markings entered into a database. Investigators could then use the
database to identify which gun fired shell casings and bullets
found at crime scenes.
The 300-page report says it's unclear how unique those ballistic
fingerprints really are, and that it might be too expensive and
time-consuming to be worthwhile.
