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crime-and-justice1 year ago

"Legal Precedent Set as Crumbley Parents Found Guilty in Michigan School Shooting Case"

The jury foreman in the James Crumbley trial revealed that the key issue for him in convicting the father of the Oxford school shooter for involuntary manslaughter was how the gun was stored, emphasizing the importance of securing firearms. He also mentioned the impact of the father's reluctance to get his son help for mental health struggles and the disturbing journal entries and drawings by the shooter. The foreman reflected on the emotional toll of the trial and expressed hope that the verdict would send a message about parental responsibility in gun storage. James Crumbley faces up to 15 years in prison, while his wife, Jennifer Crumbley, also convicted of involuntary manslaughter, will be sentenced on the same day.

health2 years ago

"Safe Storage Movement Gains Traction Amid Rising Suicide Rates Linked to Guns"

Storing guns away from home can significantly reduce the risk of suicide, and public health officials in Montana are working to encourage more people to store firearms for family and friends. A new law in Montana protects those who store firearms for others from legal liabilities if someone harms themselves after picking up their gun. Montana has the second highest suicide rate in the country, with nearly nine out of 10 gun deaths being suicides. However, there are legal barriers and confusion surrounding safe storage, including background checks and state-specific laws. Efforts are being made to create safe storage maps and engage gun owners and the gun industry in conversations about safe storage, but more long-term messaging campaigns are needed to change behavior on a larger scale.