The, Concealed Gun And Concealed Guns On Campus

Gun control is a controversial issue for a long time around the world, particularly in U.S. because of a lots of mass shooting in school and public places. The second Amendment of the U.S. constitution is one of the shortest in all of the bill of right, it was written by the time period of American’s birth and it is the spirit of self-defense that help the new citizens of U.S. win their own freedom from the British. But now as the gun shooting problem happening every day in America, this gun control problem has gradually become to a hot issue. Compare to other countries like Britain, Canada, Japan, China, the difference between U.S. and those countries is in these countries to get a firearm is a very difficult thing

The Second Amendment has given the right to individuals to keep and bear arms since December, 15th 1791. Even though this has been in the Constitution for 223 years, the issue of gun control and the right to concealed carry has been a growing issue in the United States. Whether citizens should be allowed to legally carry a gun has been a growing debate. In this paper, I will talk about the history of concealed carry, the different types of issuances among the states, and how to obtain your concealed carry license in Wisconsin along with providing concrete evidence with different statistics and stating the pros and cons of the issue.

The right to bear arms is a birth given right to all Americans by the Second Amendment to the United States Constitution. The Second Amendment has become controversial recently due to the technological advancement of firearms. Modern firearms are capable of both high rates of fire and greater capacities of ammunition, unlike the single shot muskets that were available at the time of the Second Amendment’s conception. American liberals view these improvements in firearms as dangerous and unnecessary. However, no matter how dangerous firearms may be, the Second Amendment is a necessity for one factor alone: protection from one’s own government and it must be upheld. The Second Amendment provides a physical tool for Americans to defend themselves against a tyrannical government, it allows Americans to form militias against a tyrannical government, and it allows Americans to maintain comparable firearms of the U.S. government in order to prevent the potential loss of American freedoms in the future.

Concealed carry and college campuses are two major topics currently in the media, yet these two topics are rarely used in unison, until now. The topic of whether or not concealed carry should be allowed on college campuses is a now mainstream debate with multiple views and numerous differentiating opinions. Many of the general public question if campus police is capable enough to protect a university’s enormous student body? Another commonly discussed issue is if concealed handguns actually do deter crime, and if they are capable of aiding in stopping a mass shooting spree? Or if guns on campus, carried by fellow classmates would make students as a whole feel more cautious or on the opposing hand make students feel more secure with guns carried on campus? If guns are allowed on campus, how will this affect a growing student’s ideology? These questions and many more are highly spoken of in our social media based generation, the answers to these questions help to improve our knowledge on this debate of concealed carry on college campuses, which will lead us to form our own individual opinions on this debate topic based on the facts and evidence presented.

In America, the average amount of people shot per year is 100,000; over ten thousand defenseless people are murdered. The Second Amendment’s proclamation that “A well-regulated Militia, being necessary to the security of a Free State, the right of the people to keep and bear Arms, shall not be infringed” has been an extensive topic of debate. Moreover, the amendment has been one of many debates over the several years throughout America. The discussion of gun control is often debated as to whether or not it is morally right to legally bypass the Second Amendment to avoid unlawful uses of arms. The Second Amendment allows citizens to carry firearms specifically for protection, gun control hinders that right and places civilians’ lives in danger. In short, the U.S. government’s intrusive restrictions on gun laws prevent law-abiding citizens from defending themselves with firearms.

One of the most controversial topics in American society today is gun control. This issue has many people debating how America should perceive the second amendment. Many view the second amendment as outdated, irrelevant, or possibly dangerous in today’s society. Others believe the founding fathers’ beliefs and reasons for including the right to bear arms are often misinterpreted resulting in a fight to protect its place in the Bill of Rights. The pushers for more gun laws and the NRA are in unending debate on whether or not the second amendment continues to be relevant today. In order to understand each side’s perspective, one must know the history of the second amendment, its evolution, and how it relates to today’s society.

The Second Amendment to the U.S Constitution is fiercely debated and interpreted differently among American citizens and argued with between the Legislative and Judicial branches of our government. “A well regulated Militia, being necessary to the security of a free State, the right of the people to keep and bear Arms, shall not be infringed,” (Brooks). Because of the Second Amendment, citizens have the right to possess firearms and use them for protection. When researching the origin of the Second Amendment, its modern applications, and its relevance in today’s society, one can determine the Second Amendment’s current implications on today’s society.

Allowing concealed weapons on campus has been around for several years now. Sides such as, Students for Concealed Carry, who advocate for the right to carry on campuses and the other opposing such thing. Former, Students for Concealed Carry Director, David Burnett wrote an article about the reasons as to why students should be able to carry on campuses. Burnett was the director for the group in 2011, he wanted to get the word out about this cause during his time. Burnett wrote several articles about the reasons to why students should be allowed to carry on campus. Also the websites states, “state-issued concealed handgun licenses should be allowed the same measure of personal protection on college campuses that current laws afford them virtually everywhere else.”(1) Burnett states this into his article because under the new law, only those who have a concealed handgun license would be able to carry. Those with licenses can freely carry in movie theaters, grocery stores, banks, shopping malls and even churches so why should a

The first arguement for concealed guns on campus comes from insiderhighered.com written by Kaitlin Mulhere. She states that so far eleven states are discussing on being able to carry a concealed gun on campus. There has been at least one bill that has been suggested in about half of the fifty states within past few years for guns on campus. So far, seven states have made laws allowing guns on campus. Kaitlin says that there are two views on the issue. One being that it is a constitutional right for one to be able to carry a gun. The second being that it will make campuses safer from shooters and other criminals. It was brought up in the beginning that armed people on campus could commit a mass shooting which worried many people. Kaitlin

Concealed handguns would NOT detract from a healthy learning environment: counter acts point one when the SGFS stated that students would feel uncomfortable for not knowing which of their professors concealed a weapon. SCCC argues that unless every campuses entrance have an X-ray or metal detectors, students would clueless who is concealed and who is not. Point two, only 1% of the population is permitted to conceal a weapon which is 1 person out of 100 people. So the point that students would be afraid and miss out of the opportunity to study when they were not able to carry out a full discussion or heated debate is invalid. Point three, where SGFS stated that in 1999 studied, more American citizens are anti-gun law on college campuses. SCCC argues that these data are old and took place when gun law are mostly enforced in the battlefield at the time of survey. Therefore, it is not valid for today society on gun control issue. In addition, the survey are

Carrying guns on college campuses has been a topic up for debate in recent years in America due to the increase of violent crimes. Recently in the state of Georgia, a campus carry bill was passed by the state’s Senate during the legislative session. The bill is likely to become a law soon, and Georgia students will be able to bring their concealed guns to college campuses all over the state. This is frightening knowing already how easily it is to obtain a license to carry a gun in the first place. According to handgunlaw.us, in Georgia, you don’t have to obtain a license to carry a gun as long as you’re not forbidden from carrying a gun. Yet, you must have a license to carry a concealed weapon and over the age of 21. If this law was to take

Intro The subject matter of gun control has aroused quite the controversy over the years leaving our country in dissension. The U.S. Constitution has preserved our second amendment right. On December 15, 1791, the Bill of Rights (the first ten amendments to the Constitution) was adopted, having been approved by three-fourths of the states to safeguard the right of the people to keep and bear arms. Many partisans of guns are continuously claiming that firearms are what kills people; however, when as the last time anyone saw a gun get up and shoot somebody?

In fact, allowing concealed handguns increases crime, guns on campus will cause students to be unaware of their surroundings. In “Concealed Carry Laws Proliferate on Campus” Tim Goral claims, “More weapons on campus may result in more frequent emergency alerts and possible lockdowns, which will disrupt our academic mission and will adversely impact student success” (19).  Authorizing concealed guns on campus would add disruptions during class time which will cause students to have nerves in class and not focus at their full potential. In “Student Perceptions and Practices Regarding Carrying Handguns on University Campuses” Amy Thompson claims, “Researchers have also shown that where there are more guns present, there are more accidental gun deaths. Additionally, for every fatal accidental shooting, there are more that 10 people seriously injured to the extent that they needed to be treated in a hospital”(252). Not all students are fully developed enough to comprehend every situation they’re in, some may know to do or say, others might not and allowing students to bring their concealed guns can cause a immature situation into a lifetime in jail. Weapons on campus tend to cause commotion and fear, students can feel uncomfortable and be more likely stressed if they knew that anyone in their class can walk in with a concealed handgun and be used at any moment if that person is triggered (Goral 19). Classrooms should feel safe not uncomfortable. Schools are safe zones. Why add a rifle that can higher chances of crime?

Firearm has been a major issue in United States since founding of the country; however in December 15, 1971 a bill was passed which integrated the second Amendment to the constitution. That second Amendment give people the right to bear Arms, shall not be infringed. Ever since the law was passed America has been the nation of gun owner, it has been a problem for both the owners and the gun control advocate ( Annas & Glantz, 2009).

Students and professors believe that guns will have a negative effect in the classroom. According to Javier Auyero, professor of Latin American sociology at University of Texas, Austin, “Allowing concealed weapons on campuses will create “less-safe” environments. When there are more guns around, there is more risk – it’s as simple as that.” Javier Auyero believes that the increase in guns on campus will cause tension between students and staff. Professors do not want to be confronted by students that they know are armed with a lethal weapon. But here is the thing, people who are permitted to carry concealed weapons would never use a gun as a weapon unless it is absolutely necessary. The real threats are the people who are not a certified concealed carrier that will harm others whether guns are permitted or not. He also states that he fears the concept that people will eventually become comfortable to the presence of guns. He also states that guns will stifle debates during class. A majority of people would not be able to identify if someone with a concealed carry permit has a gun or not. Permit holders will keep their gun hidden unless the need for it arises. They would never draw their gun to instill fear in people. The extra presence of guns will not cause any harm to students and staff on campus. In fact, it will provide a peace of mind to others knowing that people around you are armed and willing to protect others around