Assault Weapons Ban (Rebuttal)

            Assault weapons are arguably the most lethal kind of firearms available to the public. These weapons are almost of no use to the American population, and much too powerful for some novice gun owners. The benefits of publicly accessible assault weapons are easily outweighed by the risks associated with these weapons in criminal hands. Media outlets are filled with stories of tragic gun crimes, some of which are accidental. However far too often we hear stories of deranged individuals using these weapons to commit horrible mass murders.

            These firearms are manufactured to injure and kill, sometimes capable of holding thirty-round magazines. This kind of firepower has no place on American soil. Story after story tells a gruesome tale of mad men hand-picking these guns to aid in perverted plans. The damage capability of these firearms is insurmountable. There is no reason average Americans citizen would need a firearm modeled after military weapons. These weapons are only capable of destruction.

            Allowing these assault weapons to be distributed to anyone who will fill out the required forms is ridiculous. The public should not be armed to an extent that is threatening to police officers, whom are paid to keep order. Many assault weapon owners are not even trained to use semi-automatic rifles. It is much more likely for an assault firearm to be misused, resulting in heightened levels of chaos and destruction.

            These guns have no tangible use to the public, and they can easily be used to harm others and disrupt society. The manufacturers of these weapons should be restricted from selling them to the public. The citizens already can have rifles, shotguns, and handguns substantially arming themselves for any situation they might find themselves in.