In theory, not difficult.Dilbert_X wrote:
Registration, secure storage, a rigourous licensing sytem - its not that difficult.
In practice, the devil is in the details. You're an engineer, you know this.
In theory, not difficult.Dilbert_X wrote:
Registration, secure storage, a rigourous licensing sytem - its not that difficult.
Those are generally drivers with their licenses suspended or expired, meaning that most of them have gone through the driver's license process. They just have proven that they cannot follow the rules of the road and have had their license to operate a motor vehicle revoked. Where the problem lies is in not taking their car or license plates from them at the same time as their license.Jay wrote:
There are millions of unlicensed drivers on the road every day.Narupug wrote:
The alternative is making it harder for people who are planning on doing bad things to get a hold of guns. If you would allow me to bring up the car analogy as others have already done. We put up with what I would call a relatively thorough process of training before we are allowed to operate a car. If everyone is willing to put up with that to be able to drive a car, then, why do we have nothing even approaching that before we're allowed to operate a firearm?Reciprocity wrote:
and what would the alternative be? the confiscation and destruction of 350+ million firearms? State managed, bi-monthly mental health exams? I'm all for keeping guns and any other weapons out of the hands of criminals and window lickers but visceral reactions will not solve anything.
I acknowledge the argument that people who want to do this kind of stuff will find ways to do it one way or another. But the more obstacles you put in their way, the better a chance you have of stopping them.
There's no correlation between driving ability and possession of a license. A license is simply an identification tool so that insurance companies know how to assess you correctly and the government can semi keep track of your whereabouts and serve you warrants. Having a license in your pocket doesn't stop you from texting and driving, driving drunk, speeding, tailgating or any of the other hundreds of laws that are on the books and that are supposedly designed to make driving safer. In fact, I'd make the argument that unlicensed drivers are more careful because if they get caught doing any of the above they face the risk of running into a dickhead officer that hauls them off to jail.Narupug wrote:
Those are generally drivers with their licenses suspended or expired, meaning that most of them have gone through the driver's license process. They just have proven that they cannot follow the rules of the road and have had their license to operate a motor vehicle revoked. Where the problem lies is in not taking their car or license plates from them at the same time as their license.Jay wrote:
There are millions of unlicensed drivers on the road every day.Narupug wrote:
The alternative is making it harder for people who are planning on doing bad things to get a hold of guns. If you would allow me to bring up the car analogy as others have already done. We put up with what I would call a relatively thorough process of training before we are allowed to operate a car. If everyone is willing to put up with that to be able to drive a car, then, why do we have nothing even approaching that before we're allowed to operate a firearm?
I acknowledge the argument that people who want to do this kind of stuff will find ways to do it one way or another. But the more obstacles you put in their way, the better a chance you have of stopping them.
Don't you think many many more unlicensed drivers would be on the road if having a driver's license was only optional? Think about all the many more car related deaths we would have if that was the case. The fact that it is a requirement to have a license prevents every 14 year old with a taste for adventure from hopping in a car and going for a trip down I-95.
Something like 1 in 5 accidents involve an unlicensed driver and unlicensed drivers are many times more likely to be caught drinking and driving. Regardless of how easy it is to get a license, and generally if you're under 21 you have to do a considerable amount of practice hours before you can send in for your license (it's 35 up here in Maine and I've heard it's 60 in places like Pennsylvania), that test you had to take still required you to know "drinking and driving = bad" and "don't run a red light" and things like that. That way you have at least shown that you know what the law is and that you are at least somewhat aware of the rules of the road. Well what stops most 14 year olds is knowing that there is a decent probability that he or she will do something stupid and get pulled over and go to jail. You're right, there isn't anyone following the 14 year old around preventing them around, but common sense prevents the average 14 year old from going for a ride down the highwayJay wrote:
There's no correlation between driving ability and possession of a license. A license is simply an identification tool so that insurance companies know how to assess you correctly and the government can semi keep track of your whereabouts and serve you warrants. Having a license in your pocket doesn't stop you from texting and driving, driving drunk, speeding, tailgating or any of the other hundreds of laws that are on the books and that are supposedly designed to make driving safer. In fact, I'd make the argument that unlicensed drivers are more careful because if they get caught doing any of the above they face the risk of running into a dickhead officer that hauls them off to jail.Narupug wrote:
Those are generally drivers with their licenses suspended or expired, meaning that most of them have gone through the driver's license process. They just have proven that they cannot follow the rules of the road and have had their license to operate a motor vehicle revoked. Where the problem lies is in not taking their car or license plates from them at the same time as their license.Jay wrote:
There are millions of unlicensed drivers on the road every day.
Don't you think many many more unlicensed drivers would be on the road if having a driver's license was only optional? Think about all the many more car related deaths we would have if that was the case. The fact that it is a requirement to have a license prevents every 14 year old with a taste for adventure from hopping in a car and going for a trip down I-95.
What stops a 14 year old from hopping in a car and taking a trip down I-95 right this second? Nothing. Solely due to lack of experience, they'll probably be pulled over eventually when they do something stupid.
Regardless, the premise for your original argument is silly. I took a five question test in order to get my learners permit. I took driver's education only because I wanted my license at 17 instead of 18, and the road test consisted of me driving around the block and parallel parking. Any idiot can, and will, pass the test for a drivers license. Using this as the basis for your argument regarding gun control is honestly laughable.
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Wow.Jay wrote:
There's no correlation between driving ability and possession of a license.
Maybe in the Appalachians, most other parts of the world its proof that:A license is simply an identification tool so that insurance companies know how to assess you correctly and the government can semi keep track of your whereabouts and serve you warrants.
That may be how it works in Hicksville. Most other places require more than 'experience'.I took a five question test in order to get my learners permit. I took driver's education only because I wanted my license at 17 instead of 18, and the road test consisted of me driving around the block and parallel parking. Any idiot can, and will, pass the test for a drivers license. Using this as the basis for your argument regarding gun control is honestly laughable.
What stops anyone committing any crime?What stops a 14 year old from hopping in a car and taking a trip down I-95 right this second? Nothing. Solely due to lack of experience, they'll probably be pulled over eventually when they do something stupid.
Nope, barely gives them a minimal grounding. Most overconfident ex-military types I've run into are barely competent in even basic handling.The military takes people off the street that have never fired a weapon before in their life and, over the course of two weeks, turns them into expert shots.
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Na man, Jay has it spot on with the drivers licenses.Dilbert_X wrote:
Wow.Jay wrote:
There's no correlation between driving ability and possession of a license.Maybe in the Appalachians, most other parts of the world its proof that:A license is simply an identification tool so that insurance companies know how to assess you correctly and the government can semi keep track of your whereabouts and serve you warrants.
- You can understand and remember the various road rules, speed limits, drink driving limits etc
- You have basic demonstrated proficiency in driving a car, in traffic, at night, in the wet etc
- You have some understanding of hazard perception, and an idea of what to do if a hazard presents
- You haven't been banned from driving for committing a serious violation, or numerous minor violations, of the road rules
- The driving examiner is confident you've demonstrated you'll be a safe and responsible driverThat may be how it works in Hicksville. Most other places require more than 'experience'.I took a five question test in order to get my learners permit. I took driver's education only because I wanted my license at 17 instead of 18, and the road test consisted of me driving around the block and parallel parking. Any idiot can, and will, pass the test for a drivers license. Using this as the basis for your argument regarding gun control is honestly laughable.What stops anyone committing any crime?What stops a 14 year old from hopping in a car and taking a trip down I-95 right this second? Nothing. Solely due to lack of experience, they'll probably be pulled over eventually when they do something stupid.
Whats your suggestion, have no laws, no regulations, no restrictions, let anyone with a thumbprint drive cars and buy machineguns?
We've seen what your Ayn Rand utopia looks like and it sucks ass.
Honestly, most people regard Ayn Rand as a joke of a screwball, here's why.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1ooKsv_S … re=relatedNope, barely gives them a minimal grounding. Most overconfident ex-military types I've run into are barely competent in even basic handling.The military takes people off the street that have never fired a weapon before in their life and, over the course of two weeks, turns them into expert shots.
The problem is, an overhaul like that would take years and cost billions. Money this country would much rather spend on flashy new ways to deliver explosives onto brown people.Spark wrote:
Should probably have a look at how you give out licenses, then.
Might explain why your death toll is double or more then most other developed countries.UnkleRukus wrote:
Na man, Jay has it spot on with the drivers licenses.Dilbert_X wrote:
Wow.Jay wrote:
There's no correlation between driving ability and possession of a license.Maybe in the Appalachians, most other parts of the world its proof that:A license is simply an identification tool so that insurance companies know how to assess you correctly and the government can semi keep track of your whereabouts and serve you warrants.
- You can understand and remember the various road rules, speed limits, drink driving limits etc
- You have basic demonstrated proficiency in driving a car, in traffic, at night, in the wet etc
- You have some understanding of hazard perception, and an idea of what to do if a hazard presents
- You haven't been banned from driving for committing a serious violation, or numerous minor violations, of the road rules
- The driving examiner is confident you've demonstrated you'll be a safe and responsible driverThat may be how it works in Hicksville. Most other places require more than 'experience'.I took a five question test in order to get my learners permit. I took driver's education only because I wanted my license at 17 instead of 18, and the road test consisted of me driving around the block and parallel parking. Any idiot can, and will, pass the test for a drivers license. Using this as the basis for your argument regarding gun control is honestly laughable.What stops anyone committing any crime?What stops a 14 year old from hopping in a car and taking a trip down I-95 right this second? Nothing. Solely due to lack of experience, they'll probably be pulled over eventually when they do something stupid.
Whats your suggestion, have no laws, no regulations, no restrictions, let anyone with a thumbprint drive cars and buy machineguns?
We've seen what your Ayn Rand utopia looks like and it sucks ass.
Honestly, most people regard Ayn Rand as a joke of a screwball, here's why.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1ooKsv_S … re=relatedNope, barely gives them a minimal grounding. Most overconfident ex-military types I've run into are barely competent in even basic handling.The military takes people off the street that have never fired a weapon before in their life and, over the course of two weeks, turns them into expert shots.
They give those things out like candy, be it in Boston, NY, Hartford and everywhere in between. The requirements to pass are very very minimal and we have a serious issue with ignorant drivers that has gone unaddressed for decades. Simply because no one wants to take responsibility for their actions.
My place of work is right off of an incredibly busy road, used a lot by ambulances, police cars, fire trucks and 10,000+ people a week. Every time i see an emergency vehicle wizzing down the road, I see 2-5 drivers not pulling over, or they pass cars that do pull over. They cut people off, run red lights and stop signs. America has a problem, but it's not with firearms, its with the 1 ton death machines we let anyone with 50 bucks and 1/4 of brain drive.
I personally think America should be giving out license exams every 5 years, and stricter regulations on who can and cannot drive.
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No one is arguing with you dude, most sane people agree this country is fucked up.DrunkFace wrote:
Might explain why your death toll is double or more then most other developed countries.UnkleRukus wrote:
Na man, Jay has it spot on with the drivers licenses.Dilbert_X wrote:
Wow.Jay wrote:
There's no correlation between driving ability and possession of a license.Maybe in the Appalachians, most other parts of the world its proof that:A license is simply an identification tool so that insurance companies know how to assess you correctly and the government can semi keep track of your whereabouts and serve you warrants.
- You can understand and remember the various road rules, speed limits, drink driving limits etc
- You have basic demonstrated proficiency in driving a car, in traffic, at night, in the wet etc
- You have some understanding of hazard perception, and an idea of what to do if a hazard presents
- You haven't been banned from driving for committing a serious violation, or numerous minor violations, of the road rules
- The driving examiner is confident you've demonstrated you'll be a safe and responsible driverThat may be how it works in Hicksville. Most other places require more than 'experience'.I took a five question test in order to get my learners permit. I took driver's education only because I wanted my license at 17 instead of 18, and the road test consisted of me driving around the block and parallel parking. Any idiot can, and will, pass the test for a drivers license. Using this as the basis for your argument regarding gun control is honestly laughable.What stops anyone committing any crime?What stops a 14 year old from hopping in a car and taking a trip down I-95 right this second? Nothing. Solely due to lack of experience, they'll probably be pulled over eventually when they do something stupid.
Whats your suggestion, have no laws, no regulations, no restrictions, let anyone with a thumbprint drive cars and buy machineguns?
We've seen what your Ayn Rand utopia looks like and it sucks ass.
Honestly, most people regard Ayn Rand as a joke of a screwball, here's why.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1ooKsv_S … re=related
Nope, barely gives them a minimal grounding. Most overconfident ex-military types I've run into are barely competent in even basic handling.
They give those things out like candy, be it in Boston, NY, Hartford and everywhere in between. The requirements to pass are very very minimal and we have a serious issue with ignorant drivers that has gone unaddressed for decades. Simply because no one wants to take responsibility for their actions.
My place of work is right off of an incredibly busy road, used a lot by ambulances, police cars, fire trucks and 10,000+ people a week. Every time i see an emergency vehicle wizzing down the road, I see 2-5 drivers not pulling over, or they pass cars that do pull over. They cut people off, run red lights and stop signs. America has a problem, but it's not with firearms, its with the 1 ton death machines we let anyone with 50 bucks and 1/4 of brain drive.
I personally think America should be giving out license exams every 5 years, and stricter regulations on who can and cannot drive.
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And no, it's not because you driver 'further', that is the weakest excuse out there, no different to the high density = high murder rates
I had to make a right turn, a left turn, merge into traffic, stop at a stop sign, and parallel park. I got dinged for being too cautious and not making a right on red. Seriously a license != competence.FatherTed wrote:
haha WHAT
that was honestly your test?
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That was honestly my test. That was the test for my entire town, and the surrounding towns.FatherTed wrote:
haha WHAT
that was honestly your test?
19/20 only one I got wrong.Jay wrote:
Here, take a practice written test: http://www.usdriving.net/index.php
I got 18/20 correct but I think you need to score like a 12 to pass.
I'd say the first issue is there is no point in even considering being responsible in the first place - if driving licenses and firearms are so easily obtainable in the first place and there are no consequences if you choose not to be responsible afterwards.HITNRUNXX wrote:
Once again, the issue is enforcement.
Maybe in rural areas. People living in suburbs just outside of a major city, not so much. I noticed in my state, the most urban and dense in the U.S., people who work in the big cities like Newark tend to drive long distances to their jobs. people think they are too good to live in urban areas so they blow thousands in gas just to get distance between them and 'poor city people'.Jay wrote:
In most parts of America it's nigh on impossible to live without a car. .
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Mac, have you ever been out west?Macbeth wrote:
Maybe in rural areas. People living in suburbs just outside of a major city, not so much.Jay wrote:
In most parts of America it's nigh on impossible to live without a car. .
13urnzz wrote:
Mac, have you ever been out west?Macbeth wrote:
Maybe in rural areas. People living in suburbs just outside of a major city, not so much.Jay wrote:
In most parts of America it's nigh on impossible to live without a car. .