Michigan’s new gun storage laws take effect tomorrow
That means anyone with children in the home will need to start locking up their firearms, or possibly face legal penalties.
Democratic state Senate Majority Leader Winnie Brinks says gun violence has constantly threatened Michigan’s children:
“It has been proven time, and time again that laws requiring gun owners to safely secure their weapons save lives. This is a practical and commonsense step that will keep Michigan families, schools, and communities safer.”
Grand Rapids Police Chief Eric Winstrom says he hopes it doesn’t get to the enforcement stage of the law:
“We had four kids walk into a public school with a handgun last year and the message was then, secure those guns. Secure those guns. Of course, we’re here now spreading the word as well. So, I think the message has gotten out there.”
Some opponents of the new laws have criticized them as being too reactive and difficult to enforce, and critics question their effectiveness since the laws would mainly punish people after an incident occurs.
Other new state gun laws, including some that allow for courts to suspend someone’s gun rights if they’re deemed a threat to themselves or others are also taking effect tomorrow.
