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    mistakenly state as assault rifles, while in fact the proper term is ArmaLite rifle, the company that first developed the style of firearm. All over the country some states are attempting, and in some cases, succeeding to ban high capacity magazines and semi-automatic firearms. These firearms are often used for hunting, target shooting, and self defense. The pressing matter of firearm safety and restriction is because of the recent mass murders in Aurora, CO and Newtown, CT. These are not a cause of lax gun

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    occurred from mass shooting(Berkowitz). This number shows that guns not only cause mass shootings but also suicides and homicides.Although the motive may be unclear if there were more restrictions and background checks this number would increase. Firearms, were used in 71.5% murders, 41% of robberies and 24.2% of aggravated assaults(Planty). These numbers show how accessible guns are and how much danger and trouble that guns cause. Having access to guns can give anybody and opportunity to steal, kill

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    The Physical and Social Evolution of Firearms Guns have drastically changed from the late nineteenth century to the early twenty-first century. Not only have guns themselves evolved, but societal views and the restrictions and purposes have also changed. Guns have significantly advanced since the late 1800s. They have become more accurate and reliable, the purpose for having a gun in your home has changed, and the views people have on guns have evolved. In the late 1800s, guns were muzzle loading

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    In addition to personal opinion, in this research paper, I will provide factual, analytical, and statistical information to support my view on Gun Control; that the Federal government passing stricter handgun and firearms regulations will result in less tragedies in society today. Implementing a stricter Gun Control legislation has been one of the most controversial subjects among government and society in America for many years. After researching this issue and looking into the country’s history

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    Do you realize the number of firearm deaths are steadily increasing each year? In 2000, there was 28,663 deaths, in 2010 there was 31,692 deaths, in 2014 there was 33,599 deaths (Alpers, 2016). Today, the chance of you being killed by a firearm is equivalent to the chance of you dying in a car accident. The dialogue on firearm importance becomes a more discussed topic everyday. We must be aware of the supporting and opposing arguments, for the better safety of our society currently. We must also

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    Connecticut Firearms Bill of Sale Form DPS-3-C or Connecticut Firearms Bill of Sale Form is a document required to establish the ownership of a firearm of the buyer within the Connecticut State after the sale of the weapon by an individual, police officer, or firearms dealer. Please prepare four copies of this form along with form DPS-67-C. However, the buyer must prove his/her eligibility to purchase a firearm. Some of the prerequisites of such type of sale are Obtain authorization number from

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    Do you know what the steps are when it comes to processing firearms evidence? Do you know what you should not do when picking up a firearm at a crime scene? Do you know what the steps are to safe handling of firearms found at crime scenes? Have you ever heard what information can be obtained from the analysis of firearms evidence? Do you know what data bases and technology can be used in processing a firearm? Have you heard what you can use to test bullets to see if they are a match to what has been

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    administrators stating their viewpoints on the issue of guns on college campuses. A proposal was brought to attention after the shooting at Umpqua Community College October 1, 2015. This proposal stated that college students can have a concealed firearm on campus to make students feel safer when walking to classes (Grzywa, 2). This proposal raised a lot of concerns from schools across the UW System and administrators are hoping that the legislation doesn’t pass. Stout’s SSA President Eric Huse quotes

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    campus, Texas legislators sponsored this law, and finally Texas legislation allowed license holders to carry concealed firearms on campus, in dormitories or other residential facilities. I strongly disagree with this idea that more guns make us more safe. Also, I do not think that concealed handgun licenses have had any impact on crime rates. First of all, the presence of firearms will lead to an increase in accidental shootings. There are many cases being reported where students shoot anyone or

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    The author, Alan Berlow illustrates the significance of the National Firearms Act. He states the effectiveness of this law that was enforced in the twentieth century. For instance, authorizing the registration of individuals that own any type of gun. Berlow also demonstrates the members of the act and American people that have to follow the National Firearms Act rules in order to make gun purchases. Americans that sell guns often believe that the act does not have to be used. Berlow demonstrates

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