The Gun Control Act of 1968 and why it matters - The Legal Brief!
The Gun Control Act of 1968 (GCA) is a foundational federal law regulating firearms in the United States. It expanded the definition of prohibited persons, reimplemented licensing for manufacturers, importers, and dealers, and introduced the concept of licensed collectors for curios and relics. The GCA also mandated serial numbers on firearms and amended the National Firearms Act (NFA) to include destructive devices, establishing the 'Title I' and 'Title II' firearm classifications.










