>>This is a must read. http://www.thestar.com/news/gta/crime/article/764365--judge-uses-gang-case-to-send-message-on-guns
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>>It gave me a great idea. Instead of picking on just these 6 killers, the government should issue a blanket in-abstentia ban stating that no murderer may own guns. Think what a wonderful place this would be if murderers were not allowed to own guns (for 10 years anyway). Of course, it would have to be on the honour system because the police can't be everywhere, but I can't see how a sterner message could be sent to murderers than this. And think what it would mean when a convicted murderer decides to kill again, knowing that he isn't allowed to use a gun. He might just decide to call it off entirely - at least until his 10 years is up.
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>>Remember when they do it, it was my idea.
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>Why not say that a convicted murderer is not allowed to kill any more people for at least 10 years?

That's a little harsh. Personally, I think the sentences are way too long. We should have short sentences. Thirty days in the electric chair would be sufficient - in most cases.