Let’s Wait: 48-Hour Waiting Period in Wisconsin for Suicide Prevention

The state of Wisconsin recently repealed a law requiring a 48-hour waiting period for the purchase of handguns. As future health professionals, we are concerned that the lack of a waiting period will lead to an increase in gun-related suicide attempts. This blog contains relevant posts and news supporting our position.

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Relevant News

  • Suicide by firearm rates shift in two states after law changes
  • Gun deaths are mostly suicides
  • Colorado, gun shops work together to prevent suicide
  • Keep Wisconsin's 48-Hour Waiting Period for Handgun Buys
  • Walker throws support to bill dropping 48-hour waiting period
  • Rep. Wachs Calls for Reinstatement of 48 Hour Handgun Waiting Period

Mental Health/Suicide Prevention Organizations

  • Wisconsin Suicide Prevention Strategy
  • crisis text line
  • Journey Mental Health Center
  • Safe Communities - Suicide Prevention

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