California Laws Banning Gun Shows

SOURCE www.foxnews.com
A federal appeals court upheld California laws banning gun shows at county fairs and public properties, ruling that the bans do not violate the rights of firearm sellers or buyers. Gun-control groups support the bans, citing dangers like making firearms attractive to children and enabling 'straw purchases.'

Key Points

  • Appeals court ruled bans do not violate rights of sellers or buyers
  • Laws only ban sales agreements on public property
  • Gun-control groups see banning gun shows as a way to reduce gun violence

Pros

  • Upholds gun show bans on public properties
  • Support from gun-control groups in the battle against gun violence

Cons

  • Opposition from gun show company and Second Amendment advocates