Maine implements 72-hour gun waiting period, sparking legal debate over public safety vs. commerce.

Maine has implemented a 72-hour waiting period for gun purchases, becoming the 10th state to do so. The law, aimed at reducing suicide and impulsive violence, faces legal challenges, with critics arguing it is unconstitutional. Proponents, including Gov. Janet Mills, see it as a vital public safety measure, especially since Maine has one of the highest suicide rates in the country. Opponents claim it prioritizes commerce over safety.

November 17, 2024
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