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Gun Laws

Laws about firearms can be very different from place to place. Laws dictate who, when, where, and how a gun may be carried, or in what situations it may be fired. Violation of gun laws have serious consequences, so it is important to check and double check what your rights and responsibilities are.

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When did the second amendment become an amendment?

The Second Amendment was enacted along with the other 9 Amendments in the Bill of Rights when the Constitution was adopted and ratified by the 13 original states after the American Revolution. That occurred on December 15, 1791.

What is the purpose of the 2nd amendment?

The Second Amendment to the United States Constitution was designed to protect the right of American citizens to keep and bear arms. It was included to ensure that individuals have the means to defend themselves and their country.

Do gun control stop people from defending themselves?

In some cases, it will prevent people from defending themselves effectively. People that will break laws about attacking or killing other people will also break laws about having guns (criminals do not obey laws- that is why they are called criminals). The end result of laws on gun control is to affect people that obey laws, and do not affect people that break laws.

Why are gun control laws ineffective?

Some argue that gun control laws are ineffective because they primarily target law-abiding citizens, rather than criminals who obtain firearms through illegal means. Additionally, criminals can still find ways to access and use firearms even if stricter gun control measures are in place. Moreover, the effectiveness of gun control laws can vary depending on the specific policies implemented and the enforcement of those policies.

Samples of a character reference letter for a person applying for a gun permit?

To Whom It May Concern:

John Doe has asked me to provide a recommendation letter for his [Put State Here] Class A Firearms license. I am not related to John but have known him for over 6 years and consider him a very close friend of the family. He is a respected professional man who holds his head high and achieves anything he sets out for.

I believe John Doe to be of good character and that he will accept the responsibilities involved seriously and know of no reason why he should not be granted a [Put State Here] Class A Firearms license. I recommend that you approve his application.

If you have any questions regarding this letter please contact me in writing or call me directly.

Personal Information Goes Below

Are you allowed to shoot a pigeon with a bb gun?

It can be, for two reasons.

1) Many cities and suburban areas are designated as bird sanctuaries, to prevent the killing of local species.

2) The discharge of any firearm can be a threat to others or their property, so is usually restricted to prevent negligent injuries and damage.

How and where do you get an Airsoft gun permit in New Jersey?

I think you will have to check with the local law enforcement in order to get that answer. I know that just as long as you have the orange tip on the gun, it makes it legal to distribute in the U.S. If you can have one, check out Airplsat.com. It's where I get all my stuff and I love the website.

Is a airsoft gun under 300 fps legal in Canada?

Under the Canadian Firearms Program, Airsoft guns with a muzzle velocity below 111.6 m/s (366 f/s), and resembling with near precision an existing make and model of a firearm, other than an antique firearm, are considered replica firearms and therefore are prohibited devices.

What are some airsoft gun laws in New Jersey?

you do not need a permit for a airsoft pistol/rifle because i just bought one a couple of months ago and all they needed was my ID showing that i was over 18, if your not then you need someone to buy it for you that's over 18 and give it to you, there is no legal age to own an airsoft gun just one to buy one. Also you can not bring them out into the public aka walking down the street or in a mall but at your house or your property its ok.

How do i get a gun unregistered in Mississippi?

There are several parts to the answer.

Part 1: There is no handgun registration in Mississippi. You can sell a handgun to another person who isn't restricted in a personal transaction and nothing is required by law as long as the other person also lives in MS. You can, if you choose, print up a bill of sale, so you have evidence that you sold the gun.

Part 2: You can also, if you choose, go to a gun shop or any FFL holder and have them process a transfer. Some dealers won't process transfers between two individuals. The ones that do, will charge a fee, usually somewhere between $25 and $100.

Part 3: If you're talking about a gun that has been stolen (or missing), you should file a police report, but there isn't really any way to "get it out of your name" because, strictly speaking, it isn't "in your name."

Legal age to own a handgun in Arkansas?

18 for a shotgun/hunting rifle, and 21 for a handgun.

Can you carry a bb gun in Manhattan ny?

I recently wrote to a friend who works in Law enforcement in NY City here is his answer about air gun laws in NYC.

1) They are prohibited in NY City (Brooklyn, Bronx, Queens, Manhattan

, etc..) unless you have secured a license from the Police Commissioner.
2) In the rest of the State, they are prohibited by anyone under the age of 16 AND they are prohibited on school grounds UNLESS "permission has been granted by the educational facility for use on their property yada

yada

yada....."


I have found nothing that says anything regarding possession by an adult as long as its propellant in "spring loaded or CO2".....

Should children have an AK 47 gun?

It isn't legal in the U.S. for a child to own a gun, but it is legal for a child to possess a gun under certain circumstances such as hunting, shooting at the shooting range, etc.

Why do you need the 2nd amendment?

The Second Amendment allows one to protect themselves should their home or family be threatened. It also may be necessary should our country be invaded and it becomes necessary for the American people to join forces with the military to protect what is ours.

Is it legal to shoot a pellet gun in Indiana?

check with your local authorities they will tell you exactly what is expected of you.

Can you open carry in Indiana?

Yes, you can open carry a handgun in Indiana provided that you have already obtained a license to carry a handgun.

What are amendments related to the second amendment?

The second amendment grants the right of the people to keep and bear arms, and states the right shall not be infringed.

What is the difference between a gun permit and a gun license in tennessee?

It depends. Some, but only a few, states in the U.S. require a license to purchase a gun. A gun permit normally refers to a permit allowing you to carry the gun on your person in public. Some people use the terms interchangeably, but each state calls the gun permit something different. In Tennessee, it is called a "Handgun Carry Permit." In Florida, it is a "Weapons Permit."

Is the second amendment in the constitution?

The Second Amendment isn't bad. Ignorance about firearms and the true causes of violence is bad.

  • The second amendment is neither good nor bad, it is law. Written as the second point in the Bill of Rights it holds sway over everything the founding fathers thought was important other than the 1st amendment's prohibition of the establishment of religion, the free exercise of religion, the freedom of speech, freedom of the press and the right of the people to peaceably assemble, and to petition the Government for a redress of grievances. Certainly these aren't considered bad but as cornerstones of an American Republic. The wording of the second amendment is usually how those who oppose individual gun rights try to establish restrictions on gun ownership. They point to the well regulated militia clause and want to say that guns should only be for well regulated militias or more specifically the military. The latest ruling on this issue was just a couple years ago when the Supreme Court struck down a Washington DC law that restricted individual gun rights. Writing for the majority Antonin Scalia wrote, "Nowhere else in the Constitution does a "right" attributed to "the people" refer to anything other than an individual right. What is more, in all six other provisions of the Constitution that mention "the people," the term unambiguously refers to all members of the political community, not an unspecified subset. This contrasts markedly with the phrase "the militia" in the prefatory clause. As we will describe below, the "militia" in colonial America consisted of a subset of "the people"- those who were male, able bodied, and within a certain age range. Reading the Second Amendment as protecting only the right to "keep and bear Arms" in an organized militia therefore fits poorly with the operative clause's description of the holder of that right as 'the people'". So, whether a single person thinks the 2nd amendment is bad or good is irrelevant. It is law. It can be changed, of course. Not through court decisions but rather a new law. To ratify a new amendment it takes 2/3rds of the Congress and 3/4ths of the states. Good luck with that.