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Posted: 4/10/2002 7:47:52 AM EDT
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You. I think?
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Posted: 4/10/2002 7:51:04 AM EDT
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Generally, absent a specific statute imposing liability on a gun owner for crimes committed with the gun, the only way the parents could be liable is if it could be shown that they knew you were an idiot and gave you a gun anyway. It's called negligent entrustment.
Like if they knew you couldn't safely handle a weapon, and gave you the rifle anyway and said "go at it", and someone got hurt, they could sue your parents and win if they could show that your parents knew or should have known that you couldn't, for one reason or the other, be trusted with the gun. Please note that this is *generally* the case; I have no idea what Wisconsin law has to say on the subject. Your mileage may vary. |
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Posted: 4/10/2002 7:55:22 AM EDT
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Does your state require registration? If not, how could it be "under their name"? I am just guessing, but aren't they responsible for you simply because you are a minor? I don't think it has anything to do with who owns the gun.
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Posted: 4/10/2002 7:59:53 AM EDT
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Ditto eswanson.
Being responsible for the care of a minor does not necessarily equal being liable for their actions. Why don't you have them gift you the gun if this is their concern. |
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Posted: 4/10/2002 8:50:58 AM EDT
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Count on your parents being sued if you do something dumb either deliberately or accidentally with their property, especially firearms.
Check the law again about adult supervision of minors handling firearms. Many jurisdictions now hold adults/parents criminally responsible if a minor criminally or negligently causes injury with their firearm(s). |
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Posted: 4/10/2002 4:43:10 PM EDT
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I e-mailed the DNR for the state of wisconsin because they know all the laws about guns. They said it is legal for me to shoot at the range and if a accident occurs it depends on the circumstances. The only reason I am worried about this is because I recently oredered a ar15 and then the other day my parents told me they wouldn't let me shoot it unless a parnet was around. It doesnt bother me that they would have to be there its just that I would never get to shoot my guns because they wouldnt have the time to come with. Now with the info and opinions I have gained from you and the dnr I should have no problem shooting my guns when I want to.
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Posted: 4/10/2002 5:00:30 PM EDT
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You can sue anyone you want, for whatever you want-- it doesn't mean you will win.
I think also, that even if its not your property, if you do something stupid, and your parents were aware of this behavior based on previous circumstances, then they will probably be liable, and responsible for your actions since you are underage. |
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