California Stricter Gun Laws Essay

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Question A.
One issue that I think the Federal Government should resemble California more on is stricter gun laws. In California there is a ten day waiting period between the purchasing of a firearm and when the person receives it. The Federal Government does not have a law requiring a waiting period; on the contrary, the National Instant Criminal Background Check System states that once the purchaser passes the background check which can be done in minutes they are given the firearm (projects.scpr.org). Implementing a waiting period would at least halt the process by a bit. California also limits purchases of handguns to one within a thirty day time span. The federal Government does not limit the amount of handguns one can purchase. While I respect people's right to own …show more content…

The Federal Government does not require citizens to have a permit to carry a weapon, but should. Simply reducing the amount of guns out in the world is not going to end all problems, but would act as a preventative measure. Moreover, California does not allow ammunition magazines that hold more than 10 cartridges or rounds to be made or sold, while the Federal Government does not have a law against this. In regards to purchasing a firearm, California law states that all sales must be made via a licensed dealer under the Dealer Record of Sale process. The Federal Government is not as strict in this regard as it does not require that a record is kept if the purchase is from an unlicensed private seller in the same state. I think it is extremely important for the government to be able to access records of gun ownership. The Dealer Record of Sale process in California requires those looking to purchase a firearm to present an identification card, for non-US Citizens this could be in the form of an Alien Registration Number (projects.scpr.org). Proof of California residency is also required. Federally, if a background check cannot be completed within three days the purchaser may still receive

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