But if they’re harder to get, fewer will have them. You can very much get an illegal firearm in Australia or the UK if you really want, but firearms crimes are significantly less because they’re not readily available.
I don’t think we (Canada or anybody) should necessarily ban guns, but I don’t think the US should have the 2nd amendment (as it’s now interpreted anyways) either.
Unfortunately because I wish there were no guns at all. But I’m a pragmatist. I know gun ownership will never go away in the U.S. so I own guns as well.
Just above we can see a clear point that criminals will still have guns.
They won't turn them in. You'll only take away the ability of law-abiding citizens to defend themselves.
My wife carries a gun because she is smaller and weaker than most men, she needs it to protect herself.