Glock Faces Lawsuit from New Jersey and Minnesota Over Machine Gun-Like Devices
Legal Actions Against Glock
Two states, New Jersey and Minnesota, have initiated a lawsuit against Glock, compelling the manufacturer to cease the sale of firearms that can be swiftly transformed to allow for machine gun-like capabilities. According to New Jersey Attorney General Matt Platkin, the ease of conversion increases Glock's attractiveness to potential buyers, especially those with criminal intentions.
Concerns Over Public Safety
In a statement, Platkin highlighted that these modifications directly correlate to a rise in violence: “Glock directly benefits from increased sales because the ease with which its weapons may be easily switched to machine gun mode in a matter of minutes makes them more attractive to certain buyers, particularly those who intend to use the machine guns for criminal activities.”
Similarly, Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison has expressed distress over fatalities linked to Glocks modified for rapid fire. He stated: “It is critically important that we continue to hold individuals who commit crimes criminally accountable for their actions.”
Expanding Legal Challenges
New Jersey and Minnesota's lawsuit is joined by others from states like California and Colorado, raising significant concerns about Glock's influence on gun safety regulations across the nation. Earlier this year, Chicago's officials also filed a lawsuit against the firearm manufacturer.
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