Really good questions, and I don't know. But these *are* empirical questions and there should be numbers that people agree on, don't you think?ddraig wrote: ↑Thu Sep 14, 2023 10:37 pmgil,
The law is the law. We may bitch and moan about the wonky laws that hammer those who are law abiding citizens, but they are the law. It's like abortion. In one case, the Constitution states there are to be no restrictions while the other isn't even in the Constitution. We can scream and throw tantrums but the laws are there and we usually obey them.
"Sensible limits?" How many people in the country are wounded or killed by an "AR" style rifle? How many are killed or wounded by hand guns? Then too, how many of each are illegal weapons (i.e., stolen) and in the hands of criminals and felons? Finally, how many of those criminals and felons who utilize illegal weapons are placed in prison so they cannot harm others? Ask your local DA's that question. You won't get a straight answer.
I agree about the law. I'm in favor of a system that pursue charges against people suspected of breaking laws, and then of course, presumes innocence until proven guilty and provides a fair and speedy trial.