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In reply to the discussion: The truth about the Fast and Furious scandal [View all]PavePusher
(15,374 posts)Please provide proof that any of those proposed restrictions would reduce crime. Evidence, please.
Require a background check prior to the transfer of a firearm between private, unlicensed parties
This is true in most states. So what?
Prohibit the transfer or possession of assault weapons, 50 caliber rifles, or large capacity ammunition magazines
Definitions, please? Then see first sentance, above.
Require firearms dealers to obtain a state license
They already require a Federal licence. Why the redundancy?
Limit the number of firearms that may be purchased at one time
See first sentance, above.
Impose a waiting period on firearm sales
See first sentance, above.
Regulate unsafe handguns (junk guns or Saturday night specials)
Definitions, please? Then see first sentance, above. (Unsafe products are already regulated under other laws.)
Significantly regulate ammunition sales
See first sentance, above.
Provide local governments with authority to regulate firearms
Only if you let local govs "regulate" the First, Fourth, Thirteenth and Twenty-sixth amendments as well. Also, see first sentance, above.
Require a license to carry a concealed firearm in public
See first sentance, above.