“Gun control works!”
That cry comes out every time we point out that they don’t. When something terrible happens, anti-gunners focus on what laws weren’t in place and gleefully ignore all the laws that were broken, all while claiming gun control works just like they say it does.
It would be hilarious if it weren’t involving the potential of us losing our right to keep and bear arms.
But let’s say, for the sake of argument, that gun control works. If that’s true, then this crime isn’t remotely possible.
A Rohnert Park man is facing a criminal trial after being indicted last week by a federal grand jury on charges of unlicensed gun manufacturing and firearms trafficking.
Jose Alfredo Perez, 41, is accused of building and supplying more than 20 AR-style assault weapons and ammunition to members of the Angelino Heights Sureo gang in Santa Rosa, according to the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Northern District of California.
In April 2025, law enforcement officers allegedly discovered “a makeshift firearms manufacturing workshop in Perez’s tool shed and garage, which contained numerous kits for building AR-style rifles along with tools and machinery for assembling the weapons,” according to federal prosecutors.
Perez is set to stand before a judge on Wednesday, but in the meantime, I’m left scratching my head as to how gun control can work, and yet this still happened.
First, there are rules about making firearms at all in California. You can’t just build whatever you want, whenever you want. Everything has to have a serial number, after all, meaning that it’s treated like an actual firearm and all that.
Next, there are very strict federal laws about making guns for sale without a particular license from Uncle Sam. It sounds like Perez had no such license. Even if he did, he still sold guns to ineligible people, which is also against the law. Most likely, though, that’s two federal laws he broke.
“But he could get those in other states!”
Yeah, he could, but you say gun control works, and those other states don’t have the laws in question. It’s not their fault that California’s laws aren’t working. That’s not what anti-gunners routinely claimed for years until it became unavoidable to acknowledge what we already knew.
They still claim it works, they just argue that the problem is that there’s not enough of what isn’t working for it to work, because that makes perfect freaking sense.
Oh, I forgot to mention that California is hell on AR-style rifles, which is another gun control law Perez is accused of violating.
I mean, there are plenty of charges he’s facing right now to make it clear that the laws didn’t seem to do a whole lot to stop him. They didn’t even deter him.
But sure, gun control works.
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21 Comments
Gun control works in theory, but real-world enforcement is another story. This case shows the gap between policy and practice.
That’s a fair point. Laws are only as effective as their enforcement.
AR-style weapons in the hands of gangs are a major problem. This case underscores the need for better community policing and intelligence gathering.
Community involvement is crucial. Building trust with local residents can help prevent these issues.
This situation is a shame. Legal gun owners follow the rules, yet criminals continue to operate outside the law.
It’s frustrating, but it’s a reality we have to address.
The dangers of unlicensed firearm production are clear. Strengthening penalties for these crimes might serve as a deterrent.
Deterrence is important, but it’s only part of the solution.
The court case against Perez will be closely watched. It’s a reminder that illegal firearms trafficking has serious consequences.
Hopefully, this case sets a precedent for similar operations.
This is a complex issue. On one hand, gun control advocates argue for stricter regulations, but on the other, this case shows that some people will always find ways around the law.
That’s true. The debate over gun control is far from straightforward.
Unlicensed gun manufacturing is a serious issue, but the bigger concern is how these weapons end up in the hands of gangs. This case highlights the need for stricter enforcement of existing laws.
Agreed, enforcement is key. But shouldn’t we also address the root causes of gang violence?
The case shows that criminals will always find ways to bypass regulations, but that doesn’t mean we shouldn’t strengthen them.
The discovery of a makeshift gun manufacturing workshop is alarming. It’s important to track the sources of illegal firearms to prevent further violence.
Absolutely. Understanding the supply chain is crucial for effective law enforcement.
It’s concerning that someone could build and supply weapons to a gang. This case highlights the need for better monitoring of gun manufacturing components.
Proper tracking of gun parts could make a significant difference.
The connection to the Angelino Heights Sureños gang adds a dangerous layer to this case. It’s not just about the guns but the organized crime behind them.
Very true. Disrupting these networks is essential for public safety.