Pros And Cons Of The Right To Bear Arms

A topic that has been going around for a while is the right we were given years ago. Many people are against it, yet a lot are for it. Which side should we side with? There are many pros and cons that go with this debate. The right to bear arms is also known as the 2nd Amendment, meaning it was an add-on to the constitution. Many people would like to get rid of this amendment but a lot do want this amendment.

First off, guns are considered a right, and are used for multiple reasons. One of these reasons is personal protection. According to Connect Us, reason two, “...own firearms for self defense or protection whenever they are physically or offensively tracked by other people.” This proves that according to the law, people have the right to protect themselves from armed robbers, or other threats. Also, having a gun is a way for public safety. According to Vision Launch, reason one, “Moreover, a published journal stated that about 55.5% of criminals often retreat when they see that their victims draw out guns.” Showing that owning a gun and having it in a moment of need can save lives, plus if the criminal is part of the 44.5% that does not retreat, you have a chance to …show more content…
As stated on Vision Launch, “...the Second Amendment only gives an individual the right own guns if they are enlisted in the military service and it did not specify that a private citizen can use a gun for personal use and self-defense.” This shows that a private citizen can not own a gun for they may not have the experience needed. Also, owners of guns were more likely to be put into violence, according to Connect Us, “people carrying a gun for self-defense were 4.5 times more likely to be shot during an assault than those without a gun in the same situation.” This means that just because you have a gun does not mean you are safer from