19th April 2007, 1:55 PM
As already discussed, there are a few problems with gun laws. They take guns out of the hands of common citizens in an attempt to stem it from a source that does not obey the law to begin with. Given our culture and history, and the black market's ability resources, it would take a LOT to really stem gun possession, just from the years we'd have to spend confiscating and restricting all guns from common citizens. Gun control is necessary, but a completely illegal status just isn't practical.
Plus, there's no proof that gun control laws in the USA coincide with less violence. In many jurisdictions where concealed carry has been legalized, violent crime even goes down. I'm not a gun owner myself, but I agree with many advocates.
Plus, there's no proof that gun control laws in the USA coincide with less violence. In many jurisdictions where concealed carry has been legalized, violent crime even goes down. I'm not a gun owner myself, but I agree with many advocates.