How the Release of Trace Info on Firearms Could Put Police Officers at Risk

Published on March 31, 2011
Duration: 6:33

Former Congressman Todd T-art clarifies the TR Amendment, emphasizing its role in protecting law enforcement identities and firearm owner privacy. The amendment prevents the public release of firearm trace data unless a crime has been committed, safeguarding undercover operations and preventing potential misuse by anti-gun groups for class-action lawsuits. T-art also critiques the 'Fast and Furious' program and its tragic consequences.

Quick Summary

The TR Amendment, now law, restricts the public release of firearm trace data, making it available only to prosecutors and the court system when a crime has been committed. This protects undercover law enforcement identities and firearm owner privacy, preventing misuse by anti-gun groups for lawsuits.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction of Congressman Todd T-art
  2. 00:11TR Amendment and Law Enforcement Risk
  3. 00:41Former ATF Agent's Use of Trace Data
  4. 01:11Key Provisions of the TR Amendment
  5. 01:40Website Exposing Informants
  6. 01:57Protecting Firearm Owner Privacy
  7. 02:07Threat to Second Amendment Rights
  8. 02:26Minnesota Public Radio Story Critique
  9. 02:40Joe Vince and Joyce Foundation Connection
  10. 03:04Anti-Gun Groups and the Amendment
  11. 03:31Obama's Goal to Repeal TR Amendment
  12. 03:53Clarification on Foreign Crimes
  13. 04:08Fast and Furious Program
  14. 04:27Agent Gunned Down by Traced Gun
  15. 04:36John Dodson's Testimony
  16. 05:06Rumors During Congressional Tenure
  17. 05:25Investigations into Fast and Furious
  18. 05:36Blame on Second Amendment Supporters
  19. 05:59ATF's Role in Illegal Gun Trafficking
  20. 06:14Setting the Record Straight

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the primary purpose of the TR Amendment regarding firearm trace data?

The TR Amendment, now law, restricts the public release of firearm trace data. This data is only made available to prosecutors and the court system when a crime has been committed, aiming to protect law enforcement identities and firearm owner privacy.

How does the TR Amendment protect law enforcement officers?

It protects law enforcement by keeping firearm trace data confidential unless a crime has occurred. This prevents the exposure of undercover officers, especially those involved in ATF operations, from being identified on public websites that could endanger them and their families.

What are the concerns about accessing firearm trace data?

There are concerns that trial lawyers and gun control groups could use firearm trace data to initiate class-action lawsuits against the firearms industry, potentially restricting Second Amendment rights. The TR Amendment aims to prevent this misuse.

What was the 'Fast and Furious' program, and what were its consequences?

The 'Fast and Furious' program involved allowing firearms to be trafficked to Mexican drug cartels. This program led to tragic outcomes, including the death of a border agent who was gunned down by one of the weapons that had been allowed to cross the border.

Related News

All News →

More 2nd Amendment & Law Videos You Might Like

More from NRA

View all →