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originally posted by: introvert
These are the discussions we need to have because many, including 2nd amendment supporters, do not actually understand their rights and limitations on when they can or cannot use their firearm.
If you want to know more, the best advice I could lay down for you is to take a concealed carry class in your state (and any states you regularly travel to). There, you will be taught the most pertinent laws specific to gun acquisition/ownership and the justifiable use of force. You may also be taught some of the principles of safety, maintenance and basic marksmanship.
originally posted by: MysticPearl
I don't mind shooting an intruder.
I do mind a nine year old having access to a handgun and ammunition. This kid appears to have his head on straight but that's a bad situation waiting to happen.
And I say that someone who's been shooting since I was about five, guns regularly in my household growing up. But my father always locked the guns away in safes and kept the ammo hidden in a separate place.
originally posted by: introvert
a reply to: Xcathdra
I highlighted that comment about Texas to show how certain laws can be misunderstood.
originally posted by: introvert
a reply to: Snarl
Thanks. It would appear that the kid was justified in his use of the firearm.
These are the discussions we need to have because many, including 2nd amendment supporters, do not actually understand their rights and limitations on when they can or cannot use their firearm.
originally posted by: JohnnyCanuck
...and do those laws apply to a minor? He's ok to shoot to kill, but Mom and Dad would get popped for handing him a beer in celebration?
originally posted by: pikestaff
originally posted by: starwarsisreal
a reply to: AmericanRealist
If Odin is real, surely these kids are worthy to be in Valhalla.
You get to Valhalla by being DEAD.
originally posted by: DOCHOLIDAZE1
a reply to: vonclod
agreed, i hope he does not get some type of complex from being the kid that shot a criminal, that mixed with other factors can breed a special kind of sociopath.
originally posted by: AmericanRealist
It is time that our children are given the training they deserve in our public schools.
originally posted by: introvert
a reply to: Snarl
Thanks. It would appear that the kid was justified in his use of the firearm.
These are the discussions we need to have because many, including 2nd amendment supporters, do not actually understand their rights and limitations on when they can or cannot use their firearm.