HomeMy WebLinkAbout2019-02-19 Letter to Karl Rhoads and Glenn Wakai SB 621, SD1 Relating to FirearmsHarry Kim
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February 19, 2019
Senator Karl Rhoads, Chair
Committee on Judiciary
Senator Glenn Wakai, Vice Chair
Committee on Judiciary
Dear Chair Rhoads, Vice Chair Wakai, and Committee Members:
RE: SB 621, SD1 Relating to Firearms
SB 621, SD1, would require that lost, stolen, or destroyed firearms be reported. While this provision
might be of limited value, since enforcement would depend upon a showing that the individual knew a firearm
was missing, it is perfectly reasonable that an obligation to report be mandated, and gun owners be aware of
the expectations that are placed upon them.
I have no doubt that some will find this too onerous a restriction on their right to bear arms, but I would
argue that it is a perfectly reasonable obligation to impose.
It appears to me that the authors have drawn a fair and proper balance between the rights of gun
owners and society's interest in safety. I urge you to act favorably on SB 621, SD1.
Respectfully Submitted,
Harry Kim
MAYOR
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