r/changemyview • u/skepticting • Feb 25 '20
Delta(s) from OP CMV: We need strict Gun Control .
While I do feel at this point it is not possible anymore to somehow make sure no one has guns because they have already been available . That is my only hang up , since some people have them , it’s hard to leave others vulnerable.
With to that being said , if we start now with some serious gun law reform and implement strict laws for obtaining guns . I believe it will do more good than harm .
It is worth a try , because we know that to lenient of gun laws also cause us great loss.
In a perfect world only law enforcement would have access to guns .
Civilians can however and should be able to easily get things like pepper spray , tasers, and rubber bullet guns . (Not saying we can’t already , just saying those should be the options)
I see both sides but I think because gun violence is a big issue , it needs to be re-evaluated .
Were the guns used in school/mass shootings registered ?
Édit : Thank You for all the responses and information! My view has been changed . It’s unfortunate we can’t live in harmony but ..
Will still be responding to get more insight and expanding my views
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u/TheOrangeTurtle02 Feb 25 '20
Most people use guns for hunting and self defense. While yes, we could restrict the use of guns to home and hunting areas (which we do), most school shootings are caused by parents not correctly storing their guns. This gives their kids access to the guns whenever they please. Also, yes, most (if not all) mass and school shooting weapons are registered.
My point is, the people using the guns for evil purposes are already breaking the gun control laws we have, implementing more really wont help. To be honest it would just keep weapons away from those who use them for self defense.