UCRP Platform

Right to Bear Arms

Original Plank

The right of individuals to keep and bear arms must not be infringed. Gun ownership increases safety by allowing law-abiding citizens to protect themselves and their families. We do not support the removal, suspension, or control of this right in any way except through due process in a court of law. As a general principle, we do not support gun-free zones. (Bill of Rights: 2nd Amendment. Utah Constitution: Article I, Sections 6 & 7)

Proposed Changes

The right of individuals to keep and bear arms must not be infringed. Gun ownership increases safety by allowing law-abiding citizens to protect themselves and their families. We do not support the removal, suspension, or control of this right in any way except through due process in a court of law. As a general principle, we do not support gun-free zones. (Bill of Rights: 2nd Amendment. Utah Constitution: Article I, Sections 6 & 7)

Proposed Final Version

The right of individuals to keep and bear arms must not be infringed. Gun ownership increases safety by allowing law-abiding citizens to protect themselves and their families. We do not support the removal, suspension, or control of this right in any way except through due process in a court of law. As a general principle, we do not support gun-free zones. (Bill of Rights: 2nd Amendment. Utah Constitution: Article I, Sections 6 & 7)

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