DC vs Heller seems to be heading in the direction that the second amendment is an individual right and that banning access to a complete class of firearms (handguns) is not a reasonable restriction.
The Supreme Court could go further but lets assume for now that is all they say. What would that give those in MA, especially those in "red" towns?
At the moment gaining the ability to even possess a handgun inside your home in MA requires the issuance of a LTC, and such issuance is purely subjective based on the decision of the local chief of police, he could say "I don't know you" or "I don't issue those" or just could be having a bad day and Bam! no possession of handguns for you. Your ability to possess a handgun in your home can also be take away anytime the chief feels you are unsuitable.
This seems to be one of the easiest next steps around the country after DC vs Heller, at the very least it should be possible to make a restricted LTC shall-issue (possibly via the State Police as it is for non-residents).
Thoughts?
The Supreme Court could go further but lets assume for now that is all they say. What would that give those in MA, especially those in "red" towns?
At the moment gaining the ability to even possess a handgun inside your home in MA requires the issuance of a LTC, and such issuance is purely subjective based on the decision of the local chief of police, he could say "I don't know you" or "I don't issue those" or just could be having a bad day and Bam! no possession of handguns for you. Your ability to possess a handgun in your home can also be take away anytime the chief feels you are unsuitable.
This seems to be one of the easiest next steps around the country after DC vs Heller, at the very least it should be possible to make a restricted LTC shall-issue (possibly via the State Police as it is for non-residents).
Thoughts?