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Norwich police fired 41 shots – suspect hit six times for a 15% hit rate

By Steve McGough / March 7, 2013 /

When Norwich, Conn. police officers responded to a man-with-a-gun call in late February, they unfortunately had to use lethal force to stop a disturbed man. 41 shots. Six hits. A 15% hit rate. When the Connecticut lawmakers suggest a 10-round magazine limit, that equates to having one or two opportunities to stop a threat. Then, you’re SOL.

New York: Penalty for 11 rounds in a magazine as severe as sexual conduct against a child (Update)

By Steve McGough / February 25, 2013 /

Common sense gun legislation. Having eight rounds in a 10 round magazine, or having magazines with more than a 10 round capacity in New York will be is defined as criminal possession of a weapon in the third degree; a “Class D Violent Felony.” Wondering what some class E felonies in New York are?