Law enforcement identifies firearms used in crimes by analyzing unique ballistic markings left on bullets and casings. These markings, including striations from rifling and impressions from the firing pin and breech face, are microscopic and specific to each firearm. Recovered evidence is compared against a national database like the ATF's IBIS to establish a link.
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