Lexington County Sheriff's Department - Blog: How To Talk Gun Safety With Loved Ones

Press release from the Lexington County Sheriff's Department - Blog:

Capt. Adam Myrick

Dec 29, 2021

As we move past Christmas and into the new year, a lot of us are trying out our new gadgets and items we found under the Christmas tree. For some of us, that means firing a new gun or helping a son or daughter become accustomed to their first firearm.

That brings to mind an important conversation I strongly recommend that you have with your children. Sharing the steps they should take when they come across a gun could save lives.

Guns are very serious. An accident involving a gun can hurt or even kill you or someone you know. Most adults are allowed to own a gun by law, and many in Lexington County have one or more. This means that even if there isn’t a gun in your house, you need to know what to do if you see a gun. And so does your child or grandchild.

Here are some tips about what to do in specific circumstances:

Discuss gun safety with other family members or parents of friends if your child spends time in their homes. It might feel like an awkward conversation, but the person you ask will likely understand you only have your child’s best interests and safety in mind.

This press release was produced by the Lexington County Sheriff's Department - Blog. The views expressed here are the author’s own.