"Hell yes, we are going to take your AR-15, your AK"
Democrat Beto O'Rourke
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The Commonwealth of Virginia is on the front line this November of a number of issues facing the nation that are being addressed in the Democrat Presidential Primary Debates as every seat in both the Virginia Senate and House of Delegates are up for election.
One of the biggest issues being highlighted in gun control. Virginia has its own laws on the books as it stands today that address guns and gun rights. For example, Open carry is generally allowed without a permit for people 18 years of age and older. The following cities and counties have exceptions that disallow the open carry of "assault weapons" (any firearm that is equipped with a magazine that will hold more than 20 rounds of ammunition or is designed by the manufacturer to accommodate a silencer or equipped with a folding stock) or shotguns equipped with a magazine that holds more than 7 rounds: the Cities of Alexandria, Chesapeake, Fairfax, Falls Church, Newport News, Norfolk, Richmond, and Virginia Beach and in the Counties of Arlington, Fairfax, Henrico, Loudoun, and Prince William. These restrictions do not apply to valid concealed carry permit holders. Stated differently, you may open carry an assault weapon/shotgun with more than 7 rounds with a permit in the aforementioned locations, but do not need a permit to do so in any other locality in Virginia. #opencarry
Proof of age (18+ for long arms, 21+ for pistols) and proof of citizenship (or permanent residence license) are required for the purchase of "assault weapons". "Assault weapons" are defined as a semi-automatic, centerfire, firearm equipped with a folding stock, or equipped at the time with a magazine capable of holding more than 20 rounds, or capable of accommodating a silencer/suppressor
Virginia Democrats have advocated reviewing and changing open carry laws and increase the number of gun free zones throughout the Commonwealth. As it stands today, there are already some restrictions under the law that prohibit firearms in certain areas and buildings. In terms of possession of firearms in a vehicle, a firearm is exempt from the requirement for a concealed carry permit if the firearm is "properly secured in a container or compartment within the vehicle" (ie glove box, center console, trunk, etc). The container/compartment does not have to be locked, the firearm may be within the reach of the driver or a passenger, and the firearm may be loaded.
Concealed carry is another target of Progressives in the General Assembly who seek to place greater restrictions on whom may be granted a concealed permit to carry a firearm in the Commonwealth. Progressives oppose teachers being able to carry in order to protect students at schools throughout Virginia.
Prohibited places for carry include courthouses, air carrier terminals, schools, Capitol and General Assembly buildings (open carrying only, members of the General Assembly and those with a valid CHP are permitted in the Capitol General Assembly buildings), and churches, though some exceptions apply, including a 2011 Attorney General opinion that personal protection constitutes good and sufficient reason to carry at a church. George Mason University, Virginia Commonwealth University, and Virginia Polytechnic University (Virginia Tech) currently possess rules that prohibit firearms on school property.
A 2006 opinion issued by State Attorney General Robert F. McDonnell stated "... the governing boards of Virginia's public colleges and universities may not impose a general prohibition on the carrying of concealed weapons by permitted individuals ... Pursuant to specific grants of statutory authority, however, it is my opinion that colleges and universities may regulate the conduct of students and employees to prohibit them from carrying concealed weapons on campus."
Before July 1, 2012, a person could not purchase more than one handgun per 30-day period, though some exceptions applied; most significantly, holders of valid Concealed Handgun Permits (CHP) from Virginia were exempt from this restriction.The bill that repealed the "one-handgun-a-month law" was signed into law by Governor Republican Bob McDonnell on February 28 of 2012.
What is rarely covered by the media is Virginia already has laws addressing "assault" or "automatic" weapons.
Fully automatic firearms (machine guns) must be registered with the state police. Plastic firearms and some destructive devices (such as the striker 12 shotgun) are prohibited outside law enforcement. SBS, SBR, AOWs, and suppressors are legal with NFA paperwork
Furthermore, Virginia is a "shall issue" state for concealed carry. Permits are issued to non-residents and training is permitted online or in person.Fully automatic firearms (machine guns) are required to be registered with the state police.
The recent shooting in Virginia Beach involving a disgruntled local government employee intensified Progressive calls for actions regarding gun control. Progressives in Virginia are following the lines of national Democrats advocating for increased background checks but also gun confiscation. Just last night in Houston, former Congressman Beto O'Rourke advocated for confiscating guns they deem to be "assault" style which of course could be anything they deem as such given there really is not a defined "assault" weapon. Currently, laws address "machine gun" or "fully automatic" guns but the use of "assault" is more inflammatory so it is used to influence the debate.
Fact remains Progressives hate guns. They seek to limit gun ownership and confiscate guns should they gain control of the government. Every statute regarding gun ownership or possession will come under attack should Progressives win control of the General Assembly as Governor Ralph Northam (D) remains in office until 2021.
Just as we have seen Virginia Democrats follow the National Progressives in debates over third term abortion and expansion of Medicaid, climate change and Raparations for racial justice the far left socialist movement being propelled by Progressives will influence Virginia Democrats to follow suit should they gain control.
If one is on board with increases in gun restrictions or confiscation then the Democrat ticket in Virginia is your vehicle to that end.
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