Persuasive Essay On Gun Control

I believe that control on firearms will reduce crime. But I don't believe in taking away firearms from law abiding citizens is the answer to gun control. We need more regulations put into place on who, when, how and where guns can be purchased. I don't believe you should be able to go to a weekend rinky dink gun show and be able to walk out with a weapon regardless of make or caliber. I think that you should not be allowed to legally buy a firearm, or any accessory for said firearm until the age of 21. Pawn shops and places like Walmart should not be allowed to sell firearms above a certain caliber, or semi autos. Bolt action rifles, shot guns and revolvers would be fine at sporting good stores and such. Specialized weapons such as semi autos like the Ak-47 or Ar-15 should only be sold by authorized stores and retailers.
You can still in most states buy a weapon even though you live with a felon. Not acceptable. I believe that law enforcement and military should be held to the same standards as civilians. Just because you are a veteran does not mean you can walk out same day with a weapon of your choosing. There should be a federally mandated standard wait time for all firearms sales. I do believe that some gun-free zones should be abolished, either that or employ armed security for places like schools and hospitals. Those pathetic rent a cops will not be able to save lives with mace and tasers. I also believed that a well placed responsible armed citizen can be a very good thing. So yes on gun control but no on bans for semi autos and such. Responsible gun owners should no be punished because of political agendas and fear mongering. There is no reason why anybody needs to own assault weapons or even semi-automatic guns. Any home invasion or other situation in which a standard revolver pistol with 5 or 6 shots won't work is