Given the violence in today's society in Western countries the matter of individuals carrying guns has become a controversial issue. In America I understand it is a constitutional right to bear arms.In Australia gun laws are very strict following a massacre in Tasmania some years ago when a deranged young man blasted about a dozen people away. Not sure about guns in UK but no doubt there is some control.
My point, as one now in the older age bracket I am vulnerable to the many yobs roaming the streets and breaking into houses at will. Even on the road it is possible to be attacked and robbed. I drive with my car windows closed and doors locked. So , with a limited ability to defend myself against possible drug or drink charged yobs, or just plain bastards, should I be allowed to own a hand-gun for self defence?
I believe I could be trusted with a gun, moreso than many currently allowed to do so. With the appropriate training I would feel much safer at home and when out and about what say other RRers?
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My point, as one now in the older age bracket I am vulnerable to the many yobs roaming the streets and breaking into houses at will. Even on the road it is possible to be attacked and robbed. I drive with my car windows closed and doors locked. So , with a limited ability to defend myself against possible drug or drink charged yobs, or just plain bastards, should I be allowed to own a hand-gun for self defence?
I believe I could be trusted with a gun, moreso than many currently allowed to do so. With the appropriate training I would feel much safer at home and when out and about what say other RRers?
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