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Originally Posted by elkhunter11
I wonder how many people that are defending this new legislation were in favor of the long gun registry? In each case the legislation was enacted under the guise of protecting Canadians, yet neither legislation will accomplish that.
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I was not for the long gun registry, but it did not have much of an impact on me. My guns are registered. The only problem I had with the registry was the powers if gave the police to search my home without due process.
I don't think I am really defending this piece of legislation, but merely saying that it won't affect me. I have a reason to own body armour. I just don't have a reason to wear it here.
The $50 permit is just a way to recover administration costs.
Would I be happier if there was no law. Yes I would. I don't see a reason for the government to bring forth a bill like this, but I'm not a police officer. Perhaps some LEOs can chime in with their thoughts?