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    Guest Commentary: Effective Gun Control or Symbolic Politics

    CityLaw  •  James B. Jacobs

    January 15, 2013, Albany – Governor Cuomo signs groundbreaking legislation that will give New Yorkers the toughest protections against gun violence in the nation.

    Congress and many statesĀ face political obstacles in passing gun controls. But in states where there are no such political obstacles like New York, existing gun control laws remain unimplemented and unenforced. Proponents of gun laws nevertheless argue that the next law will have a big impact. Gun control requires more than passing laws; gun laws must be effectively implemented and enforced. Often they are not. (more…)

    Tags : CityLaw, Commentary, gun control, New York State Legislature, SAFE Act, Secure Ammunition and Firearms Enforcement Act
    Date: 01/07/2020
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