[MR] Australia to ban swords

[Sean D. Sorrentino]

but you missed the qualifier, 

"but must store them under lock and key and have a
burglar alarm." 

how many of us have a burglar alarm? and what
constitutes "lock and key?" does my locked front door
count? or do i have to buy a safe? if my locked front
door is sufficient to prevent the theft of my TV set,
is it also good enough to prevent the theft of my
sword? and if not, who are they really trying to
prevent from accessing it, me? if my home is invaded
and i defend it with a sword (handguns and semi-auto
weapons being illegal in Australia) will i be hailed
as a hero or thrown in the gulag? how much authority
will the police have in verification of your proper
storage? 

seems a little overkill for a simple piece of
sharpened metal. what's next, my kitchen knives? will
they be designated "assault swords?" 

Domenico


--- Jeanne <jeanne at atasteofcreole.com> wrote:
> You missed this paragraph:
> 
> "Mr Haermeyer said groups such as highland dancers,
> historic re-enactment
> groups, bonafide collectors and people with family
> heirlooms could apply for
> an exemption from the licensing services branch of
> Victoria Police.
> 
> "Legitimate sword owners understand the importance
> of ensuring that their
> swords do not fall into the wrong hands," he said. 
> "

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