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  • Lawmaker to investigate gun seizure ( Buffalo, NY )

    04/12/2013 11:18:27 PM PDT · by george76 · 27 replies
    WIVB ^ | 12 Apr 2013 | Eli George
    AMHERST, N.Y. - A state lawmaker is calling for an investigation into how an Amherst man's guns were taken away by mistake. State Assemblyman Ray Walter says when he saw the news coverage of David Lewis' case, he knew immediately something was "seriously wrong." Walter wants some answers, when he meets face-to-face with the State Police Superintendent in Albany next Tuesday. Lewis said, "It's been very embarrassing. I feel like I've been let down, and my privacy's been invaded." Lewis was forced to turn in his seven handguns and stripped of his pistol permit. After State Police in Albany identified...
  • If 'gun free' zones are too expensive, there is an alternative (Kansas)

    04/01/2010 10:42:26 AM PDT · by george76 · 8 replies · 613+ views
    Examiner ^ | April 1, 2010 | Kurt Hofmann
    In Kansas, a bill that would potentially add to the number of places where a concealed firearm could legally be carried has won House approval. I said "would potentially add to the number of places," because the bill contains a caveat. * The House bill would allow those with concealed carry licenses to have those weapons if the security measures in those building are not adequate. Supporters of the bill say posted signs that prohibit weapons in those buildings are not enough to ensure anyone’s safety. * In other words, if the building, campus, etc. had "adequate" security measures, mandated...
  • FIREARM OWNERS ID-INSURANCE

    03/07/2009 10:50:50 AM PST · by Bullpine · 42 replies · 1,724+ views
    Illinois General Assembly ^ | 2/6/2009 | Kenneth Dunkin
    Amends the Firearm Owners Identification Card Act. Provides that any person who owns a firearm in this State shall maintain a policy of liability insurance in the amount of at least $1,000,000 specifically covering any damages resulting from negligent or willful acts involving the use of such firearm while it is owned by such person.