Finland has had its second mass shooting in a year. Last year Pekka-Eric Auvinen opened fire in a school. This year it was Matti Juhani Saari's turn. He opened fire at his school, killing 10 people then set fires around the building and shot himself in the head. He died later of the injury.
Finland has the third highest gun ownership rate, coming after the United States and Yemen. Finland allows Police discretion when issuing gun licences. Which means that a simple traffic violation could potentially impede your ability to legally own a gun. However police discretion seems to mostly mean they dictate what sort of firearm you can purchase. For instance, there are certain guns that are appropriate for first time gun owners, and others that are available to those with more experience.
Saari purchased his first gun only a month ago. Apparently a beginner's gun does not come with a remote "off" switch.
Tuesday, September 23, 2008
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