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Forum: Social Issues & Current Events 9th November 2013, 01:47 PM
Replies: 221
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Posted By triforcharity
. Have you read the decision? No. Ok then.

. Have you read the decision? No. Ok then.
Forum: Social Issues & Current Events 9th November 2013, 11:53 AM
Replies: 221
Views: 7,061
Posted By triforcharity
I'm highly skeptical that you've read the Heller...

I'm highly skeptical that you've read the Heller decision.....it really would help you understand. Until then I'm not willing to explain it any further. You're wrong. Plain and simple.
Forum: Social Issues & Current Events 9th November 2013, 11:34 AM
Replies: 221
Views: 7,061
Posted By triforcharity
No. I you're not willing to even read a simple...

No. I you're not willing to even read a simple court decision that will help you understand why you're not understanding US law, then I can't help you.
Forum: Social Issues & Current Events 9th November 2013, 10:50 AM
Replies: 221
Views: 7,061
Posted By triforcharity
Wow. Go read The Heller decision. You've...

Wow. Go read The Heller decision. You've obviously never read the whole decision in its entirety. Until then you're free to remain in ignorance.
Forum: Social Issues & Current Events 9th November 2013, 09:50 AM
Replies: 221
Views: 7,061
Posted By triforcharity
My strike. The stricken portion is wrong. ...

My strike. The stricken portion is wrong.



I've already explained it. Numerous times. What do you not understand about "It's their decision" and "The US constitution requires it" and "You...
Forum: Social Issues & Current Events 9th November 2013, 09:45 AM
Replies: 221
Views: 7,061
Posted By triforcharity
It most certainly is erroneous. And we've...

It most certainly is erroneous. And we've explained more than a few times why different states have different laws. What don't you understand about that?



Apparently you haven't read the...
Forum: Social Issues & Current Events 9th November 2013, 08:41 AM
Replies: 221
Views: 7,061
Posted By triforcharity
I knew that. Because they want it...

I knew that.



Because they want it that way. It's their law, and they're allowed, even mandated by the US Constitution to do so. It's their law.
Forum: Social Issues & Current Events 9th November 2013, 08:39 AM
Replies: 221
Views: 7,061
Posted By triforcharity
You've not shown any of that to be factual. It's...

You've not shown any of that to be factual. It's opinion based on limited data, misunderstanding the law, and downright refusing to listen. Only you can fix that. It's intentional in my opinnion.
Forum: Social Issues & Current Events 9th November 2013, 08:37 AM
Replies: 221
Views: 7,061
Posted By triforcharity
I've read all your posts ITT. You're arguing out...

I've read all your posts ITT. You're arguing out of ignorance. I've explained why the laws are different from state to state. It's what our constitution REQUIRES.



You should have done...
Forum: Social Issues & Current Events 9th November 2013, 08:25 AM
Replies: 221
Views: 7,061
Posted By triforcharity
Keep going. You've got lots of other states to...

Keep going. You've got lots of other states to look at. You also need to look at the definition of knife, and actually look at the whole statute.
Forum: USA Politics 9th November 2013, 07:36 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,665
Posted By triforcharity
Yeah, because all Romney supporters read WND, and...

Yeah, because all Romney supporters read WND, and believe the nonsense that comes that that sewer.......OH wait.....no, they don't. Broad brushes are good for painting walls, but not people Travis.
Forum: Social Issues & Current Events 9th November 2013, 07:30 AM
Replies: 221
Views: 7,061
Posted By triforcharity
Because you're still trying to say it's a rampant...

Because you're still trying to say it's a rampant problem. You've not even shown this to be true. Will you be looking at all 50 states, and comparing the laws? Will you be doing ANYTHING other...
Forum: Social Issues & Current Events 9th November 2013, 07:12 AM
Replies: 221
Views: 7,061
Posted By triforcharity
And we've explained to you, in detail, why we...

And we've explained to you, in detail, why we don't. Guess what? We're not the UK. The fact that they're not up to your opinion of "simple, logical law" is IRRELEVANT. You're still.....wrong.
Forum: Social Issues & Current Events 9th November 2013, 07:08 AM
Replies: 264
Views: 11,675
Posted By triforcharity
Somehow I doubt you know much about SanFran. ...

Somehow I doubt you know much about SanFran. BTW, it wouldn't be the first time. For instance, Washington DC, Chicago......
Forum: Social Issues & Current Events 9th November 2013, 07:05 AM
Replies: 264
Views: 11,675
Posted By triforcharity
More ******** Travis. Show me one person who'll...

More ******** Travis. Show me one person who'll pick A in your scenario. I'll wait.
Forum: Social Issues & Current Events 9th November 2013, 06:31 AM
Replies: 556
Views: 66,594
Posted By triforcharity
And those convictions are based on opinions, that...

And those convictions are based on opinions, that are not based on fact. It's ok though, I understand your bias.
Forum: Social Issues & Current Events 9th November 2013, 06:29 AM
Replies: 221
Views: 7,061
Posted By triforcharity
Argument from ignorance. Thanks for playing.

Argument from ignorance. Thanks for playing.
Forum: Social Issues & Current Events 9th November 2013, 06:26 AM
Replies: 221
Views: 7,061
Posted By triforcharity
And yet, I have no problem understanding the...

And yet, I have no problem understanding the laws, and I have absolutely NO formal schooling in law. They're only confusing if you take snippets and try to shoehorn them to fit an agenda.


...
Forum: Social Issues & Current Events 8th November 2013, 07:56 PM
Replies: 556
Views: 66,594
Posted By triforcharity
You expressed that as fact. Not opinion. And...

You expressed that as fact. Not opinion. And while it is an opinion, it's not based on anything factual.
Forum: Social Issues & Current Events 8th November 2013, 07:20 PM
Replies: 111
Views: 4,497
Posted By triforcharity
No. Just no.

No. Just no.
Forum: Social Issues & Current Events 8th November 2013, 03:25 PM
Replies: 221
Views: 7,061
Posted By triforcharity
Yes, we're ok with that. Especially from someone...

Yes, we're ok with that. Especially from someone from another country, who doesn't understand our laws, who isn't well versed in US culture, or the process in which we make laws, telling us it's our...
Forum: Social Issues & Current Events 8th November 2013, 01:55 PM
Replies: 111
Views: 4,497
Posted By triforcharity
Maryland has a castle doctrine law. Just FYI...

Maryland has a castle doctrine law. Just FYI Newyorkguy.
Forum: Social Issues & Current Events 8th November 2013, 01:53 PM
Replies: 221
Views: 7,061
Posted By triforcharity
No problem! Glad I could help put the "E" in...

No problem! Glad I could help put the "E" in JREF for you!
Forum: Social Issues & Current Events 8th November 2013, 01:45 PM
Replies: 221
Views: 7,061
Posted By triforcharity
Florida and Georgia are pretty similar. But,...

Florida and Georgia are pretty similar. But, here's a map of the reciprocal states, and who reciprocates with who. http://www.usacarry.com/concealed_carry_permit_reciprocity_maps.html

Vermont...
Forum: Social Issues & Current Events 8th November 2013, 01:31 PM
Replies: 221
Views: 7,061
Posted By triforcharity
It most likely would. However, it's only...

It most likely would. However, it's only illogical to you, because you're not an American. Each state has the right to regulate their state laws, in whatever way they feel fit. Anything not...
Forum: Social Issues & Current Events 8th November 2013, 01:26 PM
Replies: 221
Views: 7,061
Posted By triforcharity
Hence, the misinformation discussed later....

Hence, the misinformation discussed later. Please, stop looking at just one simple paragraph when it comes to laws. You've done this before IIRC. You took a snippet out of Florida law, but left out...
Forum: Social Issues & Current Events 7th November 2013, 06:46 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,575
Posted By triforcharity
I quit paintballing with friends over the weekend...

I quit paintballing with friends over the weekend because I got shot in the crotch with a paintball. She got shot in the face by a real gun, and kept playing cops and robbers? That's one bad...
Forum: Social Issues & Current Events 7th November 2013, 06:19 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,373
Posted By triforcharity
I'm with you DragonLady. Now, this doesn't...

I'm with you DragonLady. Now, this doesn't excuse the actions of the police officer, I certainly understand all too well that civilians trying to enter a burning building is not only dangerous, but...
Forum: Social Issues & Current Events 7th November 2013, 02:17 PM
Replies: 221
Views: 7,061
Posted By triforcharity
Yeah, how DARE the National RIFLE Association...

Yeah, how DARE the National RIFLE Association fight for GUN rights. How DARE they!!! Lol!
Forum: Social Issues & Current Events 7th November 2013, 02:16 PM
Replies: 221
Views: 7,061
Posted By triforcharity
I'm well versed in the FL SS, especially on...

I'm well versed in the FL SS, especially on firearms and weapons. However, what you're not understanding, is there's more than just that statute. Here's the definition of a weapon, according to FL...
Forum: Social Issues & Current Events 7th November 2013, 01:49 PM
Replies: 556
Views: 66,594
Posted By triforcharity
You'll have to show me that any department has...

You'll have to show me that any department has this policy. Then we'll discuss this line of nonsense. For some reason, you and others seem to have bought this nonsense.
Forum: Social Issues & Current Events 7th November 2013, 01:44 PM
Replies: 221
Views: 7,061
Posted By triforcharity
Hey, no dueling laws are important!! Lol! Too...

Hey, no dueling laws are important!! Lol! Too funny!
Forum: Social Issues & Current Events 7th November 2013, 01:43 PM
Replies: 112
Views: 4,119
Posted By triforcharity
I'm calling BS. I don't believe you...

I'm calling BS.



I don't believe you either, so we're even there.



Beliefs are fun aren't they? They can be based on absolutely nothing factual, and people still hold on to them. Cool...
Forum: Social Issues & Current Events 7th November 2013, 01:38 PM
Replies: 221
Views: 7,061
Posted By triforcharity
Not what he asked. He asked if the NRA was...

Not what he asked. He asked if the NRA was fighting against knives. The answer is: They're not.

And you find it surprising that the National RIFLE association would be pushing for GUN rights?...
Forum: Social Issues & Current Events 7th November 2013, 01:34 PM
Replies: 221
Views: 7,061
Posted By triforcharity
I'm confused. You're wondering why Florida...

I'm confused. You're wondering why Florida allows the concealed carry of many different kinds of weapons, along with firearms, with a specific license? Can you explain what you're wondering about...
Forum: Social Issues & Current Events 7th November 2013, 01:10 PM
Replies: 221
Views: 7,061
Posted By triforcharity
Florida's CWFL is called a "concealed weapon and...

Florida's CWFL is called a "concealed weapon and firearm license". You can carry ANY legal weapon you want concealed. Baseball bat, Katana blade, whatever. If it's a weapon, I can carry it...
Forum: Social Issues & Current Events 7th November 2013, 11:13 AM
Replies: 112
Views: 4,119
Posted By triforcharity
Are there any other amendments that you want to...

Are there any other amendments that you want to be limited to 1700's technology only? How about the 1st. Where the freedom o speech only applies to newspapers. No TV no magazines , internet, radio...
Forum: Social Issues & Current Events 6th November 2013, 06:55 PM
Replies: 111
Views: 4,497
Posted By triforcharity
A step? Evidence please?

A step? Evidence please?
Forum: Social Issues & Current Events 6th November 2013, 05:42 PM
Replies: 112
Views: 4,119
Posted By triforcharity
No it really wouldn't. Keep dreaming.

No it really wouldn't. Keep dreaming.
Forum: Social Issues & Current Events 6th November 2013, 05:29 PM
Replies: 111
Views: 4,497
Posted By triforcharity
If in fact the story is true and he did in fact...

If in fact the story is true and he did in fact enter the home unlawfully and forcefully it's irrelevant if he was armed or not.
Forum: Social Issues & Current Events 6th November 2013, 01:23 AM
Replies: 112
Views: 4,119
Posted By triforcharity
Appeal to perfection. Texas Sharpshooter? Come...

Appeal to perfection. Texas Sharpshooter? Come on Ben.
Forum: Social Issues & Current Events 6th November 2013, 12:42 AM
Replies: 111
Views: 4,497
Posted By triforcharity
You mean the bits that are circumstantial? It's...

You mean the bits that are circumstantial? It's not proof of murder. Is it reason for scrutiny? Sure. But if that's the only evidence for murder (other than the dead body, which on it's own is...
Forum: Social Issues & Current Events 6th November 2013, 12:25 AM
Replies: 133
Views: 7,685
Posted By triforcharity
"Please evidence that the police, politicians and...

"Please evidence that the police, politicians and military being armed makes them safer."

Yeah, go ahead and tell the Navy SEALS they're going into a conflict zone unarmed, and tell me how that...
Forum: Social Issues & Current Events 5th November 2013, 06:02 PM
Replies: 90
Views: 4,307
Posted By triforcharity
Actually, it was when he left his house with a...

Actually, it was when he left his house with a weapon, intent on injuring someone with it in a criminal way. And then entered the airport with (most likely) a loaded weapon with the intent to harm...
Forum: Social Issues & Current Events 5th October 2013, 12:13 PM
Replies: 1,434
Views: 39,911
Posted By triforcharity
Completely and utterly wrong. E-911 systems are...

Completely and utterly wrong. E-911 systems are in use in NY, and are quite effective, even in large cities. Please try to not post BS, if you're relying on third hand anecdote as fact. Try...
Forum: Social Issues & Current Events 5th October 2013, 08:15 AM
Replies: 979
Views: 42,632
Posted By triforcharity
Turns out that Kate has accepted a plea deal. ...

Turns out that Kate has accepted a plea deal.

3 years probation with two on house arrest, some jail time, and no SO registration. ...
Forum: Social Issues & Current Events 5th October 2013, 08:04 AM
Replies: 1,434
Views: 39,911
Posted By triforcharity
Go back and read. Notice the bikers have been...

Go back and read. Notice the bikers have been charged with various crimes going to the very beginning of the confrontation? Start there. This question has been answered already Nessie. Try...
Forum: USA Politics 5th October 2013, 08:01 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,760
Posted By triforcharity
Many states use the local systems for background...

Many states use the local systems for background checks, which are linked to NCIC. For instance, Florida uses the FDLE (Florida Department of Law Enforcement) which is directly connected to NCIC.
Forum: Social Issues & Current Events 5th October 2013, 07:52 AM
Replies: 419
Views: 20,343
Posted By triforcharity
But yet, it wasn't an IPH. It was a lawful...

But yet, it wasn't an IPH. It was a lawful arrest for DUI.
Forum: USA Politics 5th October 2013, 06:33 AM
Replies: 74
Views: 3,461
Posted By triforcharity
Nah, I think the analogy is similar. 100 years...

Nah, I think the analogy is similar. 100 years ago, a gay person would have been mocked, thought of as disgusting by most in society, and maybe even shunned out of the community. Much like someone...
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