Gun control law established in Connecticut

Connecticut State began to strengthen regulation of gun control.

NBC NEWS: Connecticut governor signs comprehensive gun control legislation

According to this report, Mr. Dan Malloy, Connecticut Governor, signed a new gun control law on April 6 2013.

Gun control laws had been established in both New York state and Colorado State, after the mass shooting case occurred in Dec. 14 2012. And now in Connecticut, too. The law in Connecticut is tighter than other ones. Size of gun magazine is to be limited. Many kinds of guns are regulated.

Does regulation upon possessing guns prevent murder cases? Otherwise, it makes outlaw easy to work?

In theoretical thinking, onset of crime requires 3 factors: intention, means, and chance. If gun did not exist, one of the means to kill others would be lost. It is uncertain that all criminals who tried to kill others by a gun would perform murder with other weapons. So number of victims will decrease.
On the other hand, some outlaws may commit more crimes if it is sure the victim does not possess a gun, as people against the bill claims.

It will take a time to clarify the real effect of the new law on social security. Cautious investigation should be done. However, perhaps time will be short. Opposite side will sue the law for unconstitutionality.

Formerly, I wrote that it is difficult for USA to ban guns because of their mindset. It is amazing if this new legislation will end successfully.

Personally, I think gun control is appropriate. Most crimes are impulsive. And the gun is the most dangerous weapon that changes impulsiveness into tragedy. I do not think I can defend myself with a gun in the USA.


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