The Right to Own Handguns

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In this paper, the author looks at the arguments for the ownership of handguns in America. The author examines the idea that handguns should be banned based on the endeavors to prevent crime and accidental shootings. The author argues how this idea is neither realistic, nor constitutional and gives his reasons. In the paper, the author also highlights other issues surrounding the ownership of handguns from self defense to old military personnel. In conclusion, the author surmises that gun control does not necessarily result in crime control, stating that many citizens own handguns with no intent of committing a crime. The Judicial System of the United States is based on the theory that all citizens are innocent until proven guilty so the author concludes that it is not right to punish someone by taking his or her handgun before a crime has been committed.

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"In order to reduce crime, we as a nation must begin to focus on the root of the problem rather than try to remove all of the tools. Criminals who are determined to steal, rape, or kill will find a way, with or without the use of a handgun. For this reason, we must look at the reasons people commit these acts. Are our morals as a nation declining? If so, what can be done? Do criminals commit crimes because our punishments are not severe enough? Perhaps a stricter system of punishment would cause people to think twice before committing a crime. It would definitely cut down on repeat offenses. Individuals should be trained on gun safety to prevent accidental shootings. These are a few of the things that may be done to stop violence, crime, and accidental death at their roots."

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