HONOLULU, HAWAII — In the wake of a fatal bar shooting earlier this week, a suspect, Myron Takushi, has been arrested on murder and firearm charges. The new laws in the state and city ban guns from being brought into liquor-selling establishments, with violations attracting a misdemeanor charge and potential revocation of the concealed carry license. Despite these regulations, which build upon previous statutes, retired deputy John McCarthy suggests harsher penalties. He advocates for stricter sentencing, such as higher degree felonies or minimum sentences. The laws were introduced by State Sen. Glenn Wakai and encompass sensitive locations such as schools, hospitals, and bars. However, Wakai doesn’t support increased penalties at this time. Instead, he encourages a societal shift towards viewing firearm possession in private establishments as unacceptable. The Hawaii Firearms Coalition, on the other hand, doubts the effectiveness of such laws, advocating for the right of properly vetted individuals to carry guns. The coalition also believes businesses should have autonomy over their gun policies. As for the legality of the firearm used in the recent shooting, this remains confidential due to firearm registration laws.
Suspect Arrested In Deadly Bar Shooting: Gun Laws Under Scrutiny
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