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gun laws
Gun laws and policies (collectively referred to as firearms regulation or gun control) regulate the manufacture, sale, transfer, possession, modification and use of small arms by civilians.
Laws of some countries may afford civilians a right to keep and bear arms, and have more liberal gun laws than neighboring jurisdictions. Countries that regulate access to firearms will typically restrict access to certain categories of firearms and then restrict the categories of persons who may be granted a license for access to such firearms. There may be separate licenses for hunting, sport shooting (a.k.a. target shooting), self-defense, collecting, and concealed carry, with different sets of requirements, permissions, and responsibilities.
Gun laws are often enacted with the intention of reducing the use of small arms in criminal activity, specifying weapons perceived as being capable of inflicting the greatest damage and those most easily concealed, such as handguns and other short-barreled weapons. Persons restricted from legal access to firearms may include those below a certain age or having a criminal record. Firearm licenses may be denied to those felt most at risk of harming themselves or others, such as persons with a history of domestic violence, alcohol use disorder or substance use disorder, mental illness, depression, or attempted suicide. Those applying for a firearm license may have to demonstrate competence by completing a gun-safety course and show provision for a secure location to store weapons.
The legislation which restricts small arms may also restrict other weapons, such as explosives, crossbows, swords, electroshock weapons, air guns, and pepper spray. It may also restrict firearm accessories, notably high-capacity magazines and sound suppressors. There may be restrictions on the quantity or types of ammunition purchased, with certain types prohibited. Due to the global scope of this article, detailed coverage cannot be provided on all these matters; the article will instead attempt to briefly summarize each country's weapon laws in regard to small arms use and ownership by civilians.
Ok NW Firearms folk who live in Oregon.... this is my first political post, maybe my last. I have to tell you that I'm scared to death that the Oregon Legislature will cripple our ability to acquire, own and use firearms.
Now I see a lot of reactionary posts about how bad this legislation...
Ok NW Firearms folk who live in Oregon.... this is my first political post, maybe my last. I have to tell you that I'm scared to death that the Oregon Legislature will cripple our ability to acquire, own and use firearms.
Now I see a lot of reactionary posts about how bad this legislation...
When debating, enlightening or generally informing gun grabbers, is it best to remain silent or to tell them what they don't know and haven't thought to take away?
I had a recent talk with a guy explaing the difference between an AR pistol and a rifle and the basic legalities between them. What...
Are gun laws fair?
It all depends who you ask, while doing research for my upcoming book in December. I found some disturbing demographic information. Upon looking at the many gun laws that are passed to restrict, or punish those in possession of firearm. I found that a select few are at the...
If POTUS and the NRA state that Chicago, has the toughest Gun Laws.
Then what is being done to curb this, and is it true ?
Gun Laws in the Last 10 Years:
Here's a timeline of recent changes to Chicago's laws:
• June 2010: Chicago's ban on handguns was ended by the Supreme Court in the McDonald...
Let's all get busy, time to do what all you fence-sitters who didn't vote should have done before the election!!!
To abolish unlawful, unjust, and unconstitutional gun laws in Washington state (I-1639). | We the People: Your Voice in Our Government
quoted from elsewhere on the net:
Australian Man Who Printed 3D Replica Guns Gets 50-Month Suspended Sentence, 12 Months Probation - The Truth About Guns
The case occurred in the Australian state of New South Wales which includes Sidney. New South Wales is the only Australian state that has...
Do we even need any gun laws ?
I say no, not at all.
There should also not be near as many laws in many other areas either, as often the goal of the law written is to deter and then punish for those who violate them.
But all one has to do is look at the millions of three strikers out there to...
Never enough so they add more. One gun a month to be new law along with...
CA Lawmakers Seek to Expand Gun Confiscation, Limit Number of Firearms Residents Can Buy | Breitbart
NRA Warns Members to ‘Steer Clear’ of Dallas Restaurant Supporting ‘Reasonable’ Gun Laws
The NRA put out a tweet to members urging them to “steer clear” of Ellen’s restaurant because of the business’s expressed support of “reasonable” gun regulations.
Ellen’s made their support known via text...
Today, Portland's Mayor Ted Wheeler vowed that next year he will get Governor Brown and the Legislature to put an end to the State of Oregon's preemption over local governments when it comes to gun control.
He pledged that he will go to Salem and get Portland, and other local governments, the...
Researching current gun laws in WA or OR?
Start here for WA Gun Laws.
Chapter 9.41 RCW: FIREARMS AND DANGEROUS WEAPONS
Start here for OR Gun Laws.
ORS Chapter 166 - Offenses Against Public Order; Firearms and Other Weapons; Racketeering - 2017 Oregon Revised Statutes
NOTE: Laws change...