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It’s an election year. Taxes are going up. And, polls show increasing numbers of voters distrust their politicians. Even the most inexperienced political strategist would have to say good luck convincing the Legislature to tackle this one right now.
SEATTLE (AP) — Seattle Mayor Mike McGinn wants the Legislature to take action now that a judge has struck down Seattle’s ban on guns in parks and other public spaces.
On Friday, King County Superior Court Judge Catherine Shaffer ruled Friday that the city’s ban conflicts with Washington state law. Several groups had sued Seattle, including the National Rifle Association.
McGinn says cities should have the right to restrict guns at playgrounds, pools and community centers where children are present. He says the Legislature needs to change state law. The ban was put in place by McGinn’s predecessor, Greg Nickels.
Reporter Meghann Cuniff writes about public safety news from the Inland Northwest and beyond.
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nutz4utwo on February 14 at 9:22 p.m.
We just got rid of the Nickles and his replacement is already feeding us the same junk. These guys need to read the Washington State Constitution. It is quite clear.
It appears the assault weapon bill is dying a most painful death and will not make it out of committee. That should send a powerful message to those who want to regulate firearms in Washington State. Enforce existing laws! Don’t treat law abiding firearms owners like bad guys. If it ain’t broke, don’t fix it!
lewis8457 on February 15 at 9:26 a.m.
not that it means anything, laws don’t apply to the SPD.