You actually believe criminals obey gun control laws? You're a special kind of stupid aren't you?

You actually believe criminals obey gun control laws? You're a special kind of stupid aren't you?

The statement "You actually believe criminals obey gun control laws? You're a special kind of stupid, aren't you?" is often used as a way to dismiss the idea of implementing stricter gun control measures. It implies that criminals will always find a way to obtain guns, regardless of any laws in place, so why bother trying to regulate them?

While it is true that criminals by definition do not follow the law, this argument overlooks the fact that gun control laws are not solely aimed at preventing criminals from obtaining guns. They are also intended to make it more difficult for individuals who may be at risk of committing acts of violence, such as those with a history of domestic abuse or mental illness, from accessing firearms.

Furthermore, the idea that criminals will always find a way to obtain guns is not a reason to abandon all efforts to regulate them. Just because a law may not completely eliminate a certain behavior does not mean it is not worth implementing. Laws against drunk driving, for example, have not completely eradicated the problem, but they have still been effective in reducing the number of alcohol-related accidents.

Additionally, the argument that criminals will always find a way to obtain guns ignores the fact that many guns used in crimes are obtained through legal means. In fact, a significant number of mass shootings in the United States have been carried out with legally purchased firearms. Implementing stricter background checks and waiting periods could help prevent individuals with violent intentions from obtaining guns legally.