60 minutes II. Smart gun /

A report on various different versions of a 'smart gun,' a computerized handgun which only its owner can fire, focusing on the reasons why the weapon has not been put into production. Proponents claim that the development and marketing of a 'smart gun' could save lives, while mem...

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Bibliographic Details
Other Authors:	Mabrey, Vicki, 1956- (Interviewer), Bernstein, Joel (Producer) (Producer)
Format:	Video
Language:	English
Language Notes:	In English.
Published:	New York, NY : Columbia Broadcasting System (CBS), 1999.
Series:	60 Minutes II
Subjects:	Firearms > Law and legislation. Firearms > Safety measures. Firearms > Technological innovations. Television news programs. Téléjournaux.
Online Access:	Connect to this streaming video (Alexander Street Press)

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Summary:	A report on various different versions of a 'smart gun,' a computerized handgun which only its owner can fire, focusing on the reasons why the weapon has not been put into production. Proponents claim that the development and marketing of a 'smart gun' could save lives, while members of the gun control movement say that a total ban is the only way to stop violent assaults with handguns.
Physical Description:	1 online resource (13 minutes)
Playing Time:	00:12:18