Want to load your handgun in Washington DC? According to published reports, a law that will be considered today by the DC City Council will include the following language, or something close to it:"You must first have a 'reasonably perceived threat of immediate harm.' "
What the hell does that mean? Who will define the meanings of "reasonably perceived threat," "immediate," and "harm?" Some uncaring government panel? Will this be left up to a jury to decide? How the hell will a judge give instructions to a jury when this vague and meaningless phrase is at the heart of the defense of a mom who was protecting her kids?
Self defense advocates, rightfully, are howling, and lawsuits are being threatened. Details in the Washington City Paper.
15 July 2008
DC Law Change Includes Draconian Language
Posted by Brent Greer at 8:41 AM
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