So the law seems pretty clear, I guess. Kind of. Mostly.
It's also clear that it is a misdemeanor crime with a penalty of up to one year in prison, which I think makes it disqualifying to own a gun at all (or is it "more than a year?" My recollection is fuzzy here).
It isn't clear what "under the influence" means.
I'm not sure that having one beer should disqualify you from armed self defense. Most people don't get stupid on one, or even two beers. And bad people aren't likely to pass you by just because you had a drink or two.
If it is discretionary to an on scene officer, that means that the results can vary based on the belief system of the officer.
If it is tied to the driving limits (this seems pretty reasonable to me...if you can safely operate a multi-ton vehicle you should be able to safely manipulate a firearm), then that should be clearly stated.
Getting shit-faced is clearly a bad choice when armed. Probably not a good idea when not packing for that matter. Good things seldom come from benders. Forget gun safety. Now-a-days you wake up to find that hot chick you picked up closing time was really a dude in a dress.
It's also clear that it is a misdemeanor crime with a penalty of up to one year in prison, which I think makes it disqualifying to own a gun at all (or is it "more than a year?" My recollection is fuzzy here).
It isn't clear what "under the influence" means.
I'm not sure that having one beer should disqualify you from armed self defense. Most people don't get stupid on one, or even two beers. And bad people aren't likely to pass you by just because you had a drink or two.
If it is discretionary to an on scene officer, that means that the results can vary based on the belief system of the officer.
If it is tied to the driving limits (this seems pretty reasonable to me...if you can safely operate a multi-ton vehicle you should be able to safely manipulate a firearm), then that should be clearly stated.
Getting shit-faced is clearly a bad choice when armed. Probably not a good idea when not packing for that matter. Good things seldom come from benders. Forget gun safety. Now-a-days you wake up to find that hot chick you picked up closing time was really a dude in a dress.