• Neuromancer@lemm.eeOPM
          29·
          10 months ago

          https://germanyexpat.de/gun-laws-in-germany/

          I do not see a credible need other than for a concealed weapon. Otherwise, it appears fairly open to buying a firearm. The requirements are similar to ours, Age, criminal record, mental health, no drug abuse, background check with only the addition of proof of competency.

            • Neuromancer@lemm.eeOPM
              18·
              10 months ago

              So, we’ll go with proof of expertise instead.

              I will say I have no qualms about this for concealed carry. I have training through law enforcement, military and professional training I have paid for.

              It makes me uncomfortable that someone with zero experience can buy a gun, walk out of the store, load it and put in their purse or pocket.

            • Neuromancer@lemm.eeOPM
              19·
              10 months ago

              A right to guns is the duty to endure a higher probability of being murdered in a firearm related incident than other developed nations.

              Switzerland has a high rate of firearm ownership. Their firearm deaths are still low.