Federal Court Strikes Down Silencer Registration Requirements
#SecondAmendment #GunLawsFederal court strikes key National Firearms Act provisions, easing silencer and firearm purchase restrictions for Texas plaintiffs. Justice Department declined emergency appeal, leaving patchwork rules. Gun rights groups celebrate victory; advocates warn public safety risks. read more
Florida GOP Pushes to Lower Gun Ownership Age to 18
#Florida #GunLawsFlorida Republicans are moving to lower the legal age of gun ownership from 21 back to 18, an effort triggered by the 2018 Parkland school shooting. Support and opposition for the bill were voiced during a recent committee meeting. read more
"Sweden Mourns After Deadly School Shooting Leaves 10 Dead"
#SwedenSchoolShooting #GunLawsVictims of the Sweden school shooting, perpetrated by 35-year-old recluse Rickard Andersson, are expected to be identified soon. The Swedish government supports tightening gun laws, considering the possibility of a racist motivation behind the attack. Witnesses described harrowing scenes. read more
American Woman Sentenced to Jail in Australia for Gun Offense
#Australia #GunLawsAn American woman, Liliana Goodson, was sentenced to 12 months in an Australian jail for illegally bringing a gold-plated pistol into the country for protection. Goodson researched gun laws online and had previous drug use. read more