GENERAL ASSEMBLY PROPOSAL
International Firearms Accord
A resolution to tighten or relax gun control laws.
Category: Gun Control | Decision: Relax | Proposed by: Christian Democrats
The General Assembly,
Aware that numerous member states recognize a right of self-defense and that many consider this an inalienable right,
Believing it is natural for people to seek means by which to protect themselves from potential harm,
Asserting that individuals, especially the weak, should be able to protect themselves, others, and their properties against unjust aggressors,
Recognizing that the possession of firearms may deter crime and discourage despotic government, and
Defining civilian, for the purposes of this resolution, as an inhabitant of a member state who is law-abiding and competent, hereby
Allows civilians to keep, bear, and use firearms for their safety and legitimate defense,
Permits private ownership of firearms by civilians for such reasons,
Legalizes the trade of firearms, intended for use by civilians for such purposes described, subject to any general regulations of commerce that may be established by individual member states or any resolutions that may be enacted by this Assembly, and
Affirms that this resolution does not affect hunting laws or laws regarding weapons used for hunting.