Since my decision last year to own a handgun, I automatically notice any news stories that involve firearms simply because of the gray area concerning when it is, and when it is not, okay to draw, aim, and discharge a gun. Since that time, it seems that those who are involved in accidents are people who simply go to a gun store without any training, buy a gun, take it home, and have it there for personal protection (of course not always).
Do you think that taking some kind of intructional class on firearm handling and safety should be REQUIRED before owning one? We have to have training when handling a car, there is a permit period as we are learning, and then finally we get a license. Wouldn't this cut down on accidental injuries and deaths and ultimately shine a more positive light on gun ownership?
Do you think that taking some kind of intructional class on firearm handling and safety should be REQUIRED before owning one? We have to have training when handling a car, there is a permit period as we are learning, and then finally we get a license. Wouldn't this cut down on accidental injuries and deaths and ultimately shine a more positive light on gun ownership?