Home Defense Shooting? Or Mistaken Victim?

[kalakoa]

For the average Puna gun owner, the situation might resolve itself in a less than optimal manner.

In which case it's their own damn fault for failing to be a "responsible gun owner" -- it's not just about safekeeping, it's also about proficiency. Much in the same way that a license is required in order to operate a motor vehicle, it's not enough simply to have a place to park it.

Unfortunately State doesn't require annual performance review as a prerequisite for maintaining licensure. Of course, this would require that gun ranges be available to the public...