SilentStalker
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Can I get you guys to post links to where you are finding your information?
It is important to let people know that gun owners are just as angry and saddened by this tragedy as the non-gun owners, and that we are respectful of the victims. Combating misinformation needs to be done in very thoughtful and respectful ways. I believe gun owners have a real chance to make a positive difference here, but can do a lot of damage if they aren't careful.
"No matter how one approaches the figures, one is forced to the
conclusion that the use of firearms in crime was very much less when
there were no controls of any sort and when anyone, convicted criminal
or lunatic, could buy any type of firearm without restriction. Half
a century of strict controls on pistols has ended, perversely, with a
far greater use of this class of weapon in crime than ever before."
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Colin Greenwood, "Firearms Control", (Routledge & Kegan Paul, London, 1972)
Prohibited Firearms and Ammunition
In Belgium, civilians are not allowed to possess military weapons, automatic firearms, and their ammunition, concealable firearms, silencers, laser sights, and high capacity cartridges.
CompareRegulation of Automatic Assault Weapons
In Belgium, private possession of fully automatic weapons is prohibited52 53 54
CompareRegulation of Semiautomatic Assault Weapons
In Belgium, private possession of semi-automatic assault weapons is permitted only with special authorisation55 56 54
CompareRegulation of Handguns
In Belgium, private possession of handguns (pistols and revolvers) is permitted only with special authorisation53 55 56 54