Reclassifying Modifications: A form-to-function redefinition would allow us to reclassify modifications that significantly alter how a firearm operates. For example:

Modifications that enable a handgun to fire an entire magazine with one trigger pull would be illegal based on their increased fire rate, as this function mimics that of fully automatic weapons.

Closing Loopholes in Current Law: By focusing on function over form, we can address gaps in gun regulations and prevent dangerous modifications from being marketed and sold as legal "workarounds." This approach doesn’t target responsible gun owners—it targets dangerous modifications that turn legal firearms into more destructive weapons.

Maintaining Respect for the Second Amendment: This redefinition would not ban legal firearms or prevent responsible gun ownership. Instead, it focuses on preventing abuse by regulating modifications that exceed acceptable standards for safety and public use.

This would prevent individuals from being penalized simply because they cross state lines, while ensuring that all concealed carriers meet reasonable standards for safety and responsibility.

A National Database for Verification:

Implement a secure, law enforcement-only database that allows officers to verify whether an individual has a valid conceal and carry permit.

This database would reduce ambiguity during interactions with law enforcement while protecting individual privacy and preventing unnecessary complications.

By ensuring that these protections include due process, transparency, and timely reviews, we can strike a balance between public safety and personal liberty. Supporting individuals in crisis helps protect both them and the community while upholding the principles of fairness and justice.