Parents of Az teen killed in accidental shooting hope ‘Christian’s Law’ will save lives

Bruce Petillo views Christian’s Law as similar to seat belt or drunk driving laws, which have both been credited with saving countless lives. “Christian’s Law is not taking away a thing,” Claire Petillo said. “It’s not taking away anyone’s Second Amendment right. You are welcome to own guns. But please be responsible and lock them up.” Those who … Continue reading Parents of Az teen killed in accidental shooting hope ‘Christian’s Law’ will save lives

Gretchen Whitmer on guns: ‘The time for only thoughts and prayers is over.’ 

Safe storage laws to require gun owners to store their guns in secure locations and in a safe manner. Legislation introduced last year would make failing to do so a felony punishable by up to five years in prison if minors use a gun to kill or injury anyone, including themselves. Source: Gretchen Whitmer on guns: … Continue reading Gretchen Whitmer on guns: ‘The time for only thoughts and prayers is over.’ 

Letters for Jan. 15: Gun owners should be required to store their guns safely, away from minors

Letter writers advocate for state legislation to require gun owners to store their firearms safely, argue society should be looking more harshly at the mother of the 6-year-old who shot his teacher, and state that the parents should be held responsible for the 6-year-old shooter's actions. Source: Letters for Jan. 15: Gun owners should be … Continue reading Letters for Jan. 15: Gun owners should be required to store their guns safely, away from minors