The Gun Law was not Upheld; the Suit was Dismissed.

Posted By Cliff Tuttle | July 24, 2009

Posted by Cliff Tuttle (c) 2009

The Pittsburgh Post-Gazette reported that Judge Wettick dismissed the suit of four gun owners and the NRA for lack of a viable cause of action. The ordinance in question, which required City residents to report lost guns, has yet to be enforced. Until it is, the Judge ruled, there is no standing to challenge it. The NRA counsel stated that there will be an appeal, but common sense dictates that she should hold fire and wait for a better shot.

So, the Mayor stepped up and announced that enforcement may begin — he’ll talk to the Police Chief about it.

That will be the better shot.

CLT

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