Prevent the return of Assault Rifles and MSSAs to New Zealand

The issue

Government has been petitioned to reintroduce lethal military-style semi-automatic firearms (MSSA) to NZ. Join us and say no!

Radio NZ article: MPs petitioned to reintroduce semi-automatic firearms to NZ. 

On March 15, 2019, during the Christchurch shootings, New Zealand experienced first-hand the devastating impact that military style semi-automatics (MSSA) and assault rifles can have on a peaceful society. In light of this tragic event, it is crucial that we prevent any law change in New Zealand that would allow these dangerous weapons back into our society.

The aftermath of the Christchurch shootings led to a nationwide ban on MSSAs and assault rifles. This was a significant step towards ensuring public safety. 

However, recent discussions suggest potential changes to these laws which could see these deadly weapons reintroduced. These weapons are highly durable and no individual can guarantee what will happen to it over its decades of functionability. Any weapon that touches New Zealand soil could enter the blackmarket and criminal hands. We cannot let this happen. The safety of our communities should always be paramount over individual interests.

We urge you to stand with us against any law change that would permit the return of MSSAs and assault rifles in New Zealand. Your signature can make a difference - let's keep our country safe from gun violence! Please sign this petition today.

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The issue

Government has been petitioned to reintroduce lethal military-style semi-automatic firearms (MSSA) to NZ. Join us and say no!

Radio NZ article: MPs petitioned to reintroduce semi-automatic firearms to NZ. 

On March 15, 2019, during the Christchurch shootings, New Zealand experienced first-hand the devastating impact that military style semi-automatics (MSSA) and assault rifles can have on a peaceful society. In light of this tragic event, it is crucial that we prevent any law change in New Zealand that would allow these dangerous weapons back into our society.

The aftermath of the Christchurch shootings led to a nationwide ban on MSSAs and assault rifles. This was a significant step towards ensuring public safety. 

However, recent discussions suggest potential changes to these laws which could see these deadly weapons reintroduced. These weapons are highly durable and no individual can guarantee what will happen to it over its decades of functionability. Any weapon that touches New Zealand soil could enter the blackmarket and criminal hands. We cannot let this happen. The safety of our communities should always be paramount over individual interests.

We urge you to stand with us against any law change that would permit the return of MSSAs and assault rifles in New Zealand. Your signature can make a difference - let's keep our country safe from gun violence! Please sign this petition today.

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J MoyPetition starter

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Petition created on 15 February 2024