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Old 10-31-2005, 09:06 PM   #20 (permalink)
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Originally Posted by florida0214
I think you make a valid point. It may discourage stupid people from purchasing weapons becuase they would have to go through a lot of trouble to legally purchase a weapon.
Or they'd just purchase one illegally, as stupid people are wont to do sometimes.

Look up the history of poll tests and poll taxes. All the same arguments can be applied to conditionals placed on the 2nd Amendment. Certain localities would certainly use such a requirement as a de facto ban.
"You can't get a gun until you've completed a certified safety course."
"Okay, so where can I take one?"
"You can't, we haven't certified anyone yet"
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