Do you believe that allowing military spouses to purchase handguns, in a state where their husband/wife is stationed, is a good thing?

LT Private RallyPoint Member — Thu, 13 Aug 2015 18:06:44 -0400

http://www.foxnews.com/politics/2015/08/13/gop-sens-back-bill-that-allows-military-spouses-to-buy-handguns/?intcmp=hplnws

Response by PO2 Skip Kirkwood made Aug 13 at 2015 6:08 PM

PO2 Skip Kirkwood — Thu, 13 Aug 2015 18:08:30 -0400

Yes

Response by SGT Kevin Brown made Aug 13 at 2015 6:11 PM

SGT Kevin Brown — Thu, 13 Aug 2015 18:11:32 -0400

Why is this even a question? A spouse, service member or citizen should be able to purchase a firearm in any state, as long as they pass the federal background check.

Response by TSgt Joshua Copeland made Aug 13 at 2015 6:13 PM

TSgt Joshua Copeland — Thu, 13 Aug 2015 18:13:58 -0400

Why is this not already a thing?!?

Response by SGT Christopher Churilla made Aug 13 at 2015 6:19 PM

SGT Christopher Churilla — Thu, 13 Aug 2015 18:19:31 -0400

The thing that surprised me about the attached clip was the point they raised about people not being able to purchase guns outside their home state, which certainly helped me understand this issue better.

But yes, I do believe it is a good thing, especially with ISIS calling for violence against us Servicemembers.

Response by SFC Everett Oliver made Aug 13 at 2015 6:22 PM

SFC Everett Oliver — Thu, 13 Aug 2015 18:22:53 -0400

There should be no more restrictions on a military family than anyone else in the state if they have orders assigning them there. I understand some states may require you are a legal resident there. Well those PCS orders should handle that qualifier. Never had a problem with my guns, and I never worried about the family when i was deployed. The Mrs and most of the kids could shoot as well as I could and clean the weapon afterward...

Response by Sgt Aaron Kennedy, MS made Aug 13 at 2015 6:37 PM

Sgt Aaron Kennedy, MS — Thu, 13 Aug 2015 18:37:10 -0400

I believe the "in state" restriction on handguns is asinine, since it doesn't apply to long guns (Rifles or Shot guns). Military on orders are classified as "Residents" of the state where they are stationed, whereas Spouses & Dependents are not granted the same classification. That's the issue.

A spouse CAN purchase a weapon in the state which her husband is located by changing her residency to that state. Many/Most do not however, as they are not required to, and it is often to their disadvantage to do so.

Response by MSgt Curtis Ellis made Aug 13 at 2015 6:50 PM

MSgt Curtis Ellis — Thu, 13 Aug 2015 18:50:49 -0400

Personally, I don't see the need to do this if the military member already has that privilege, and either or, if the military member purchases the weapon, who cares who in the family shoots it, as long as the military member is responsible enough to have a spouse/dependent attend a weapons safety course. And as far as living in one state and traveling to another to work, does this mean that CWC and transporting weapons across all state lines will be acceptable? Otherwise, that understanding is shot down as well. Since most spouses tend to change states with their husband for work, etc. ((from my observance and opinion only), I really don't see the need for this bill. I'm beginning to wonder "who", exactly, is pushing for this... Sounds like someone's looking to sway votes from the lambs... I'm sure there are a lot of other more important bills they could be "pushing on" right now...

Response by COL Jon Thompson made Aug 13 at 2015 7:04 PM

COL Jon Thompson — Thu, 13 Aug 2015 19:04:34 -0400

This should not even have to be a law since it is in the 2nd Amendment. But based on reality, I do think that spouses of military should be able to purchase firearms in the state in which they reside. With the potential threats from terrorists, I would want every military family to be able to choose to protect themselves, not have the government decide that for them.

Response by SSG Private RallyPoint Member made Aug 13 at 2015 7:39 PM

SSG Private RallyPoint Member — Thu, 13 Aug 2015 19:39:35 -0400

I agree with SGT Kevin Brown, why is this a problem or concern?

My wife has a Ruger LC9s she carries in her purse. She's been to the range with it. She's cleaned it. She's been educated when she should and shouldn't use it. And before we can afford a vacation, she's getting her CCL so she can carry in States with Reprocity.

Response by MSgt Private RallyPoint Member made Aug 13 at 2015 7:50 PM

MSgt Private RallyPoint Member — Thu, 13 Aug 2015 19:50:15 -0400

A spouse or dependent should be able to buy a gun just like anyone else. They should not be penalized just because of the service member.

Response by PO1 Alan John made Aug 15 at 2015 10:18 PM

PO1 Alan John — Sat, 15 Aug 2015 22:18:15 -0400

Yes, nuff said!