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by Evan F. Nappen, Attorney at Law |
Should the police prevent abuse, neglect, or exploitation of the elderly? HB 696 is a bill designed to do just that. But should gun owners panic? Here is what HB 696 actually says, with no hype, no hyperbole, and no “sky is falling” drama.
“If allowed to become law, HB696 sets up New Hampshire to be on the threshold of becoming a police State.” So shrieked the New Hampshire Firearms Coalition, in an email to its membership. However, HB 696, entitled “Protective Orders for Vulnerable Adults,” was written by folks who hoped to prevent elderly people like Geraldine Webber … Read more
From the Women’s Defense League: 4 GUN CONTROL BILLS WILL BE VOTED ON BY THE FULL SENATE on Thursday, May 23rd. HB 109, requiring background checks for private firearms sales AND transfers. This legislation will actually make it impossible for women to get gun safety training! This legislation will turn law-abiding citizens into criminals all … Read more