Should there be more restrictions on the current process of purchasing a gun?

No, ball and powder muskets should be unregulated, but all other firearms should require well-regulated militia membership like the 2nd Amendment states. 9 years ago from a Democrat in Riverview, FL

Yes, require strict background checks, psychological testing, and training and most of all, federally outlaw private direct gun sales. 9 years ago from a Green in El Sobrante, CA

Guns like cars and sex can be both fun and dangerous, so I'm in favor of shooting sports--like those in Olympics--in high schools. Also, 'sensible' legislation that doesn't unduly restirct ownership by people who are certifiably not crazy. 9 years ago from a Democrat in Chicago, IL

Psychological testing should be mandatory for the purchase of assault rifles. Purchasing numerous assault rifles should be severely restricted with exceptions limited to those individuals who have proven that they are a legitimate weapons collector/dealer-or…. 9 years ago from a Green in Swarthmore, PA

No only for assault and combat weapons and prohibit for felons. I'm in favor of background checks for all sales. If history of prior gun violence other than self defense or weapons trafficking, ownership rights are forfeited. I do think that all guns…. 9 years ago from a Democrat in Daly City, CA

Yes, but ban guns that serve no purpose in the public such as fully and most semi-automatic machine guns and assault rifles. 9 years ago from a Democrat in Stillwater, ME

Only for hunting but that's it well also for police that will use it right and not just for their sack of saying that they have a gun we better listen to them or they're going to use it people need to choose wisely for those that they are going to…. 9 years ago from a Democrat in York, PA

I don't think hunting rifles should be banned for those who actually use them for food for their families but don't see the need for hand guns or heavy automatic weapons. Law Enforcement should have the best weapons, fastest cars and every means…. 9 years ago from a Green in Jacksonville, FL

I support back groound checks on all gun purchases. 9 years ago from a Democrat in Oldsmar, FL

Ban high capacity mass killing tools, hold all gun users and owners to strict harsh penalties for mis-use. Ban the publicity of mass killers, no infamy just whats needed for just legal due process. 9 years ago from a Democrat in Tucson, AZ

There should be no restriction on the private ownership of personal weapons.
The right to self defense and to form militias is Unalienable according to the Second Ammendment. 9 years ago from a Green in Northampton, MA

Neither more or less guns will decrease violent crime, we must address root causes. 9 years ago from a Green in Springfield, IL

Yes, require strict background checks, psychological testing, and training. But do not ban assault weapons, and concealed carry. 9 years ago from a Democrat in Silver Spring, MD

The U.S. should have zones where crime is high or populations are high. We must have no gun zones like England.We also need mandatory military training all serve in some form of service. 9 years ago from a Democrat in Knoxville, IA

People with mental problems should NOT be allowed to own a gun,and at best,only something as big as a Glock should be possible to own. 9 years ago from a Green in Fairport, NY

Require strict background checks, psych testing, training, and make sure existing, known technology is more commonly used for cheaper used to keep a stolen gun from firing in the event crooks get their hands on it..otherwise, conventional guns exist to give…. 9 years ago from a Green in Chevy Chase, DC

Yes, and repeal the 2nd amendment. 9 years ago from a Green in Richmond, TX

Yes, expand background tests and psychological testing, and ban assault weapons and large magazines. 9 years ago from a Democrat in Austin, TX

Yes AND I'm a card carrying member of the aclu, so the Bill of Rights is important to me. Increased background, training, and penalties for gun crimes. Serial numbers on bullets/ ammo registration. trigger locks required with all gun sales. And one…. 9 years ago from a Democrat in Seattle, WA

No, increase penalties for gun related crimes, stricter regulations for assault weapons, and stricter background checks. 9 years ago from a Democrat in Millerstown, PA

First, stop calling it "gun control." I support reasonable 2nd amendment protections, with background checks required for all gun purchases, restrictions on ammunition purchases, restrictions on functionality of assault weapons, restrictions on ammunition…. 9 years ago from a Democrat in Delaware, OH

It isn't a decision of whether all guns should be banned, but particularly the most dangerous ones. Although this number is decreasing, America is populated greatly by what would be satirically called the Southern Resistance, a great many people who would be heavily opposed to having their guns taken away. This is not saying that taking away a majority of the guns that they so love wouldn't incite an angry reaction, but at a certain point, the government has to overrule the people for the betterment of the country (this doesn't happen often, mind you). The people do not need access to grenades, assault rifles, shotguns, things of the likes. These are military weapons, weapons that are designed for doing heavy damage to multiple amounts of people. I'm even skeptical about having handguns for regular people, but at least this can't clear an entire crowd.

Background checks and psychological exams are also a necessity. Obviously someone with an extreme criminal record, or someone who isn't completely right in the head shouldn't possess something that could kill another human being. 9 years ago from a Democrat in Keene, TX

Restrictions on high capacity weaponry, require background checks on all sales, require training, require insurance similar to auto insurance, special licensing for owning over a specific number of firearms. I am a gun owner. 9 years ago from a Democrat in East Olympia, WA

People on the terrorist watchlist should not be able to go to a gun show and pick up an automatic rifle. There are prescriptive, common-sense reforms that can be made TODAY if politicians stop posing the question in "pro-gun" and "anti-gun" terms. 9 years ago from a Democrat in Milwaukee, WI

The government should educate all citizens about guns and how to use them and require significant education and testing for all individuals who wish to own and operate a gun. 9 years ago from a Green in Cambridge, MA

Citizens should legally be able to equip themselves as well as their government- government should not have that much power over the people it serves, but the use of guns in everyday society is a problem. I think fixing this problem starts with changing the…. 9 years ago from a Democrat in Ingomar, PA

No, simply require background checks, psychological testing, and training. 9 years ago from a Democrat in University Place, WA

Legal gun ownership is not the problem. Gun free zones have the highest crime rates anywhere in the country. Proper training should be mandatory. 9 years ago from a Green in New Paltz, NY

No, many forms of gun control legislation have already overstepped our Constitutional Right. Instead of seeking more invasive policies, a stronger enforcement of some practices that are already in place should be performed. Additionally, many unfounded infringements…. 9 years ago from a Libertarian in Baltimore, MD

No, but the existing gun control laws should be strictly enforced without exception. 9 years ago from a Democrat in Campton, NH

Yes, require strict background checks and a national gun registry. 9 years ago from a Democrat in Spring Valley, NY

Yes; require strict background checks, psychological testing, and training; ban guns from public use outside designated hunting grounds and practice ranges; and increase penalties for gun-related crimes. 9 years ago from a Democrat in Washington, DC

Yes, but there should be different laws for rural and urban areas. 9 years ago from a Democrat in Northfield, MN

Yes, specifically: all weapons should be ownable, but only semi-automatic pistols and revolvers, or break-action, lever-action, pump-action, or bolt-action rifles and shotguns should be legal to keep in the home. Any other weapons must be held at licensed…. 9 years ago from a Democrat in Coyote, CA

No, simply close all the loopholes in existing regulations. The mentally ill are the only ones who should not have weapons a quick psychological test and background check should suffice to weed out the vast majority of people with mental issues. 9 years ago from a Green in Pleasant Prairie, WI

The first thing that should be done is to take control of the market, making sure those people who really shouldn't be in possession of firearms aren't able to get them, and closing crazy loopholes and whatnot. Next, a serious discussion about violence…. 9 years ago from a Green in Amherst, MA

Yes, require strict background checks, psychological testing, and training. We need strict enforcement and zero tolerance for gun crimes, including not securing weapons properly. 9 years ago from a Socialist in Potwin, KS

Yes, allowing for limited local discretion and increased taxation with proceeds to be spent on police and enforcement. 9 years ago from a Democrat in Chicago, IL

Requiring psychological testing and training are wonderful ideas on paper, but they raise the question of how much resource investment will be needed to ensure that such requirements are enacted in a fair and logistically feasible way. Requiring persons to…. 9 years ago from a Democrat in Tempe, AZ

Yes, but no bans on any weapons, control who can buy ammo by requiring background checks, psychological testing etc. Every weapon should have a license and permit so it can be tracedlol nice. 10 years ago from a Socialist in Newington, CT

Yes, we need to increase gun control with stricter background checks and training, and a limit to the number and type of guns each person can own. 10 years ago from a Green in Pittsburgh, PA

Yes, close all loopholes - gun shows, internet, private sales which need to have background checks. 10 years ago from a Democrat in Barre, VT

Yes, ban all auto and semi-auto weapons. There is no reason to "hunt" with an AK-47. 10 years ago from a Democrat in Columbus, OH

No, but increase penalties for gun-related crimes, and only for individuals with mental health issues and convicted felons. 10 years ago from a Democrat in Parsippany, NJ

Yes, a license like a drivers license test would be needed. 10 years ago from a Democrat in Shinglehouse, PA