Dayton City Commission Considers Ban on Novelty Gun Lighters
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Updated Sep 21
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What happened
The Dayton city commission is considering an ordinance that would prohibit the retail sale and public display of novelty gun lighters within city limits. The proposed ban targets consumer products manufactured to resemble pistols, rifles, or shotguns. If passed, the ordinance could carry civil penalties of up to $1,000 per violation.
From daytondailynews.com
Why it matters
The ordinance aims to prevent gun violence by regulating the sale of these specific consumer products in the city. Advocates are pushing for the measure to be implemented across all Ohio communities.
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Who's involved
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The entities involved
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Ohio
state of the United States of America
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Cuyahoga County
county in Ohio, United States
- Mayor Justin Bibb and County Executive Chris Ronayne are associated with Cuyahoga County, where RTA aims for transit screens comparable to San Francisco and Portland.
- Trail improvements are underway in Cuyahoga County, connecting the county to Lake Erie through partnerships with Cleveland Metroparks.
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Dayton
city and county seat of Montgomery County, Ohio, United States
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